Financial Education

The American Banker’s Association (ABA) recently recognized Pioneer Services’ financial education materials as being the best, noting how we provide military families with the information they need to take charge of their finances.

The following financial education resources can help you take charge quickly and easily, and are filled with information and tips you can actually use. Even difficult financial topics are broken down in ways that can save you both time and money.

We invite you to read one of our many articles, use our financial calculators, or check out a chapter from our Military Spouse Finance Guide. It only takes a few minutes to get the information needed for a lifetime of financial success.

Articles

Giving back to those who serve
National Military Appreciation Month is a time to honor all of those who have served, and are serving, our nation. This article provides you with some ideas on how you and your family can do so. .. Read More
Making your tax refund work for you
What's the best thing to do with your tax refund? How about using it to secure your financial future — this article can show you how. .. Read More
Military retirees and online banking: securely save time and money
New technology and security advancements have torn down the walls between what used to be done kneecap-to-kneecap and what can now be done over the Internet. This article explains the advantages of managing your money online, including ways to protect your information and finances while doing so. .. Read More
Saving for the unexpected
Finding ways to save, and where, can be a hassle even in the best economy. This article shows you how find ways to save money and smart places to put it once you have it. .. Read More
Curing the holiday debt hangover
Getting a migraine from all of those holiday bills? This article can help you cure it. .. Read More

Resources

Books

Drawn from more than 20 years of serving the unique financial needs of military families, the Military Spouse Finance Guide: Financial Advice for the Homefront, is a reference guide on the fundamentals of personal financial management. With forewords by Sylvia Kidd of the Association of the United States Army, and U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Roger Stradley, (Ret) of USA Cares, Inc., the book is full of full of easy-to-follow financial tips.

Offered through our educational partner, Essential Knowledge, Personal Finance for Military Families, is written specifically for the unique financial situations faced by those in the military community. It covers a variety of financial issues, including budgeting, saving and investing, as well as how to prepare for a new baby and retirement.

Essential Knowledge’s e-book series covers a wide range of financial topics and can be used not only during your military career, but also after you leave the service. Filled with real-world examples and information, each of these books focus on a specific issue. Get yours today!

Newsletters
Learn more about your finances with in-depth articles about topics that affect you and your family with our VIP newsletter. Read them both.

Financial Calculators
Our interactive financial calculators can help you answer basic financial questions. Included are mortgage, credit card, and budgeting calculators, and many others.

Scholarships

Pioneer Services Associates know that education can be one of the best ways to improve your quality of life and reach financial independence. We offer scholarships for service members and their families so they can continue their education. Find out more.