Financial Literacy
2026 VA Loan Limits: What Entitlement Actually Means
The 2026 conforming loan limit is $832,750 ($1,249,125 high-cost). If you have full VA entitlement, it doesn’t cap you — partial entitlement does. Here’s the no-BS breakdown.
ABLE Accounts for Veterans: 2026 Eligibility Expanded
ABLE accounts for disabled vets just expanded — eligibility now goes to age 46 as of Jan. 1, 2026. Tax-free savings that protect your VA benefits.
$10M SBA Loans: How the New Combined Cap Works
SBA doubled the combined 7(a)+504 cap to $10M effective July 4, 2026. Here’s the capital stack math, DSCR basics, and what vets need to do now.
WOTC Tax Credit: The Hiring Lever Veterans Should Know
Employers could claim $9,600 in tax credits for hiring a qualified veteran. WOTC expired in 2026 — here’s what vets need to know and how to use it as a job search lever.
2026 TSP $24,500 Cap: Don’t Front-Load and Lose the Match
2026 TSP cap is $24,500 and the BRS match is monthly, not annual. Front-load and you lose months of free money. Here’s the math to keep the full 5%.
VA Just Expanded Your GI Bill. Here’s What Changed.
Two court rulings just unlocked up to 48 months of combined GI Bill benefits. The VA is now automatically reviewing eligibility. Here’s what you need to do.
2026 TSP Catch-Up Rule: Forced Roth for Some
2026 TSP limit is $24,500. If you’re 50+ and made over $150k in 2025, your catch-up may be forced Roth. Here’s how to plan it.
2026 Retirement Limits: Max TSP & IRA the Smart Way
2026 retirement contribution limits are up. Here’s how to max your TSP/401(k) and IRA the smart way—and avoid rookie mistakes.
TSP After Separation: The Decision That Defines Your Retirement
Your TSP is probably your biggest financial asset coming out of service. Here’s the no-BS breakdown of every option — keep it, roll it, or convert it — plus the major 2026 changes that affect every separating veteran.

Financial Freedom After Service: A Realistic Roadmap
You don’t need a finance degree to build wealth after the military. Here’s a realistic roadmap from zero to financial freedom.
