Lizann Lightfoot

We’ve been hearing a lot lately about PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and how important it is for medical professionals. And rightly so, because wearing the right protective gear can literally...

If you’ve ever fired a weapon, you've probably had someone give you a safety brief that mentioned “eyes and ears.” Those are the typical things to protect when you’re shooting....

As a service member, you know that you qualify for GI Bill benefits that help pay for up to 36 months of higher education. But here’s something you may not...

The Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, also known as the GI Bill of Rights, was established to provide a host of benefits for returning WWII veterans, including unemployment insurance, housing,...

The Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, also known as the GI Bill of Rights, was established to provide a host of benefits for returning WWII veterans, including unemployment insurance, housing,...

When faced with unprecedented and confusing circumstances, the knee jerk reaction is to try and take as much control as possible. PCS moves are on the horizon and many are...

After months of nationwide lockdowns due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the United States is slowly starting to reopen and that means you can finally start getting ready for your...

PCSing is about as much fun as a mandatory kickball event on a Saturday hosted by the company First Sergeant, and the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created even more...

PCSing to coastal California is a dream assignment to some: beautiful weather, an abundance of things to see and do, and the Pacific ocean! And yes… there is also a...

You have orders to Fort Hood, Texas, one of the largest military installations in the country. Welcome to The Great Place! Fort Hood lives up to the saying, “Everything is...

Our guest is Rick Marsh: Director, Defense Personal Property Program at U.S. Transportation Command

The current home buying climate can be confusing to many military families who are preparing to move and want to buy a home. With so many worldwide uncertainties around COVID-19...

When you first get PCS orders for a military move, a thousand questions start running through your mind. You don’t even know how to prepare for a PCS move. You...

Renters insurance covers all the things you own inside a space that you are renting. Whether you’ve had a policy for years, or you’ve never given it a thought, here...

So you have PCS orders and you were thinking about buying a home… but now COVID-19 and the DoD travel restrictions are ruining all your plans. These are certainly frustrating...

The school year is coming to a close, and parents across the country are celebrating the end of the distance learning experiment. We are all looking forward to a more...

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s especially important to acknowledge those who are lending a hand in their communities.

After the military, it’s common for military members to continue their service. With the support of their employers and community organizations, an impressive number of veterans give back to their...

Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness can have long-term effects. You never know what doors will open when you help out fellow military families.

When you joined the military, someone probably spoke to you about all the education benefits and possibilities that would come with military life. Maybe you even took a few classes...

Chronic pain is a common side effect of military service. Whether you have a bad back, aching joints, or a knee that can predict the weather, the extreme physical demands...

If you’ve spent any time in the infantry, you’ve been issued a flak jacket with steel SAPI (Small Arms Protective Inserts) plates. They’re super useful in combat, and may have...

There are a million ways that military life can hold you back from a meaningful career while your spouse is … Continued

A PCS move might only take a few days of travel, but the process of recovering from a PCS takes … Continued

It’s time for your first PCS move in the military. Maybe the military cut you some really sweet orders to … Continued