In this episode, I dive into the practical ways service members and veterans can prepare for — and thrive through — a government shutdown. I share my own experiences as an enlisted Marine and financial specialist to help others avoid financial stress during uncertain times.

From leveraging credit responsibly to building an emergency fund, I break down what it really takes to stay afloat when paychecks pause. I also address common pushback from my viral Instagram post and clarify why taking responsibility for your finances is empowering, not shameful. This conversation is about ownership, preparation, and financial freedom, even when things get tough.

(00:00) - Intro

(01:22) - Building credit smartly

(03:08) - Avoid payday loans

(04:06) - Emergency fund basics

(05:59) - Budgeting for resilience

(06:38) - Why TSP loans matter

(07:23) - Power of house hacking

(09:00) - Use base resources wisely

(10:55) - Stop playing the victim

(12:59) - Financial mindset shift

(20:25) - Take ownership + move forward

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

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