


Veterans launch association, workshop to get more vets in newsrooms
Navy veteran Zack Baddorf and Marine Corps veteran Russell Midori have launched Military Veterans in Journalism, a professional association designed to help veterans transition into media careers that will provide veterans with a journalism workshop next year.

Veterans
VA refunds $400 million in mistaken home loan fees
The move comes after a months-long review of VA loan practices that found tens of thousands of errors.

Feds restrict 2 more lenders in fight against VA ‘loan churn’
The move could make it harder for the lenders to compete for VA-backed refinancing.

Here’s how new VA lender rules will help protect troops and veterans
Loans that don't follow the guidelines won't be eligible for VA backing.

Why these beach-property rankings are good news for ... Navy Seabees?
Some of the top 10 affordable beach towns (according to Realtor.com) have a major military presence.

Next month, military spouses on the move can claim a free year of LinkedIn Premium
The networking service also will be available to spouses of troops leaving service.

Here’s how military families on the move can save 10 percent at their exchange ... and online
Bring your orders, get your card and claim your deal.

Comptroller corner: PCS tips from the folks who know military money
Moving season is in full swing. Be sure you keep those receipts.

PCS Stories: Why it’s good to go big on birthdays for military kids
Military teens may not act like they want attention, the author writes, but as they settle into a new home, big days like birthdays mean even more.

This VA-backed loan can help you afford that fixer-upper
How a 'loan for alteration and repair' could work for your next home ... or your current one.

United cuts a break for military pets, but hurry, it won’t last long
Military members overseas may have just weeks to get their furry friends back home.
