Harris Financial Coaching Blog

When a veteran finally receives a 100% Permanent and Total disability rating, it can feel like the end of a long fight. The monthly VA compensation matters. It can stabilize a household, reduce financial pressure, and help a family breathe again. But for Florida veterans, that monthly payment is not the full story.

Military families often know how to stretch a dollar because they have had to. Between moves, deployments, family visits, school schedules, and tight vacation windows, travel is rarely as simple as picking a destination and booking the first price that pops up. But here is what I have learned as a veteran, military spouse, financial counselor, and someone who loves to travel: many military families are paying full price while earned benefits sit unused.

Received a VA Chapter 35 overpayment notice? Learn why it happens, how DEA benefits can affect VA compensation, and what veterans should understand before enrollment.

If your budget feels tight, your savings feel scattered, and you are unsure where investing fits, that is often the ideal time to get support. You do not need to wait until things are “perfect” to start organizing and improving your financial life.

Transitioning out of the military is more than paperwork; it’s a shift in identity, finances, and family life. As both a veteran and the spouse of a retired veteran, I know the challenges firsthand. In my latest blog, I share practical strategies to make your military retirement not just secure, but fulfilling. From understanding your pension and TRICARE benefits to creating a realistic budget and planning for healthcare, this guide will help you take confident steps toward y

Unlock scholarships for spouses and children of disabled veterans in 2025–2026. Learn how to combine DEA, CSDDV, and Folds of Honor benefits to cover tuition, housing, and fees—plus download a free checklist.

Explore scholarship, grant, and budgeting strategies for military families to afford college without debt. Includes real-life examples and a free checklist.

Confused about your TSP after military service? This veteran-written guide explains your rollover options and helps you make the smartest choice for your family's financial future.