Rebecca Alwine

Rebecca Alwine joined Military.com in 2020 as the Spouse & Family Editor. As a military spouse, she strives to share stories of hardship and happiness of all military spouses. Rebecca is a fan of CrossFit, coffee and audiobooks and currently lives in Georgia.

Latest Articles

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How Young Adults Can Avoid Credit Card Mistakes

One of the easiest ways to start building a credit history, especially as a young adult, is through responsible credit card...

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Millions of Veterans Aren’t Using This Benefit: Are You One of Them?

The VA Home Loan entitlement is an example of the benefits veterans can enjoy for the rest of their lives.

How to Make the Most of the Next Job Fair

We offer several tips on how to get the most out of job fairs before, during, and after attending them.

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Is the Fast-Growing Cybersecurity Field the Right Career for You?

A career in the cybersecurity field is a great place that leverage your military experience.

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What Financing Option Is Best for Your Home Improvement Project?

Improving your home can be overwhelming and expensive, but there are several ways to make it easier and more affordable.

A sergeant first class holds a bouquet of roses after the Fort Knox Army Education Center College Graduation Ceremony.

How to Maximize Your Military Benefits to Make College Affordable

Military students can reduce out-of-pocket expenses between educational benefits and specific programs through individual...

How to Navigate Insurance Options as a New Military Couple

Here are a few questions to answer to help you determine how much life insurance you need as a new military couple.

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The Top 3 VA Loan Myths that Keep Service Members from Using Their Benefit

VA loans are designed to make the dream of home ownership possible for veterans and current service members, but many don't...

Does Your University Fit Your Academic, Financial and Career Needs?

When veterans are looking for a university to fit their needs, they should be asking these questions.

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5 Myths About the PACT Act and VA Benefits

The VA is beginning to provide additional health care and benefits for generations of toxic exposed veterans and their...

How to Decide Which College Is Best for Your Studies

When searching for the right community college, military-connected students and veterans have many things to consider.

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How to Stay Financially Fit After Leaving the Military

Financial health is as important as mental and physical health and should be allotted the same time and effort to improve it.

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What Should You Look for When Choosing a University?

When you look at colleges, you may struggle to find the right one. Here are questions to ask when making that determination.

Military Spouse ID Cards: Everything You Need to Know

It doesn't have to be an all day task to get or renew a dependent ID card.

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6 Reasons You Should Use Tricare Telehealth If You Haven't Already

One positive thing that has come out of the last six months is the option of having a telephone appointment. If you haven't...

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