Financial Literacy: VBA
https://benefits.va.gov/benefits/financial-literacy.asp
VA RESOURCES TO HELP MANAGE YOUR FINANCES
Fraud Avoidance for Veterans »
Here are some tips about being contacted regarding your Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits.
VA Financial Services Fact Sheet »
Check out essential VA services you might not know about, including mortgage delinquency assistance and help for homeless Veterans.
Financial Resources from Federal Agencies and Organizations »
This VA Fact sheet outlines helpful free resources from government agencies and non-profits.
What You Need to Know about Identity Theft »
As a Veteran, you have more to protect than the average citizen. Learn how to protect yourself.
How to Avoid VA Overpayments »
Did you receive more VA benefits than those to which you are entitled? If an overpayment should happen, learn what to do next.
VA’s Money Management Tools »
VA offers a variety of tools to help you make more informed financial decisions as a civilian. Check out this free budget worksheet, monthly spending plan, savings calculator, and much more.
Mortgage Delinquency Assistance »
If you are encountering problems making timely mortgage payments, contact your loan servicer as soon as possible. For assistance with your mortgage delinquency, view this fact sheet.
Military Life Cycle (MLC) VA Reserve Component Dual Payments Module »
The VA Reserve Component Dual Payments module, offered by TAP, presents key information for Service members related to the circumstances in which dual payment and compensation apply for Reserve Component, what makes them eligible for dual payment and drill pay, and how these circumstances may change for service members who are returning to active duty.
Have you received a claim payment from the SGLI (Service members' Group Life Insurance), TSGLI (Traumatic Injury Protection), FSGLI (Family Service members' Group Life Insurance), or VGLI (Veterans' Group Life Insurance) program? You may qualify for free financial counseling and online will preparation services.
You can also view, download, and print a PDF brochure about the service.
OTHER FEDERAL & PRIVATE RESOURCES
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a retirement savings plan for eligible service members, employees covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS).
SEC’s Fact Sheet on Saving and Investing »
Check out this helpful fact sheet created by the SEC that provides tips for saving and investing – VA Fact Sheet – Tips for Saving and Investing.
U.S. Treasury Savings Bond Locator
Are you a Veteran who bought U.S. Savings Bonds through Payroll Deduction while enlisted? If you have not cashed them all in or think they are missing, destroyed, or lost, you can get help finding them through Treasury Hunt ®, the U.S. Treasury’s online search engine.
Learn more at Treasury Hunt ®.