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Homeless vets face challenges in filing disability claims
The Veteran's Administration has made homeless vets a priority, but delays in getting benefits persist
Social network aims to help veterans get the jump on jobs
On this Veterans Day holiday, two retired officers are launching a new social network — only for the military.
On the fence: A small business owner from Virginia
With less than a day to go until the nation selects a new president, small business owner Brett Fry's vote will go to the party that will be good stewards of the armed forces.
New body units offer info on effects of blasts on soldiers
The U.S. military is experimenting with new ways to gather data to help personnel in short-term and long-term.
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How military spouses hold down the home front
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Military families have some unique financial challenges compared to civilians. But citizens can learn a thing or two from the foresight these families apply to their finances.
Piggy for the 367
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This week's Marketplace Money Piggy Award goes to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 367.
Semper Fi-nance: Marines and money
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Marines need focus to achieve missions. One commander is helping Marines take one worry off their minds: personal finances.
Obama administration wants to trademark GI Bill
It's part of an administration effort to crack down on deceptive marketing practices by educational institutions that target veterans for their federal education benefits.
Military feels heat on green energy
Two hearings in the House this week will question whether the Pentagon's efforts to go green are worth the cost.
For five years of love and fiscal responsibility
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A marine declares his love for his wife of five years, who along with love diligently sent him burned copies of Marketplace Money every week through two tours of duty.