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Before you buy your first investment property with the VA Loan, it is critical to make a list of what you DO and DO NOT want in your property.  

The more you can define your criteria the better.  

Make sure your deal is going to make you money! Use www.rentometer.com to find out if the deal is a good investment or not.

The VA Home Loan is arguably the most valuable benefit for veterans if used correctly. The standard method if getting into home ownership is proving harder and harder. The VA loan allows you to get into a home without paying 20% down or hundreds of dollars a month in PMI.  

The best part - the VA loan can be used to purchase a property with 1-4 units, giving you the opportunity to become a real estate investor with nearly no money out of your pocket.  

Juliet joined the Army National Guard after graduating from college in order to take advantage of the Student Loan Repayment Program, which offered to pay back up to $50,000 worth student loans!  

In this episode, Juliet and I discuss her experiences in the military to include pandemic relief missions, training, and the regular drill schedule. In addition to that, Juliet brings valuable advice to anyone considering taking advantage of the Student Loan Repayment Program. Learn what she learned over 6 years in the next hour.  

Enjoy!  

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Whether you're looking to use your GI Bill for college, studying abroad or getting your way into employment. This toll should be tried and tested to ensure your maximizing your GI Bill Benefit.

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In this episode, we discuss the two ways to use your GI Bill abroad. There are:

1. Do a semester abroad while enrolled in an American University

2. Attend a foreign university for the entirety of you higher education.

There are pros and cons to both as well as warnings to be aware of. Going into this with the right information will help you get the most out of the opportunity.

As suggested in the episode, check out the GI Bill Comparison Tool

Victor is a first generation American. His parents fled a war-torn country in southeast Asia, so when he told them he was dropping out of college to join the Army, they weren’t exactly thrilled. Victor has spent over 13 years in the Army, between Active Duty and Reserves. We talk about his motives for joining, heavy lessons learned during the transition, civilian employment, and his current pursuit of an MBA at a top university. In this episode, Victor lays out step-by-step how he got accepted into a top 20 MBA program.

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The Non-Paid Work Experience Program through VR&E is a great way to kickstart your career in federal, state or local government. Take advantage of this sure fire way to get hired and prove yourself once you're in.

The VA VR&E program provides eligible Veterans an opportunity to obtain training and practical hands-on experience concurrently through the Special Employer Incentives program. The VA  determines if a Veteran is eligible for the SEI program. Veterans approved for the SEI program are hired by participating employers. The SEI program is beneficial for both Veterans and employers.  

EMPLOYERS WHO HIRE VETERANS RECEIVE: 

• Reimbursement of up to 50 percent of the Veteran’s salary during the SEI program, which typically lasts up to 6 months, to cover: ™™

Expenses incurred for cost of instruction ™™

Necessary loss of production due to training status ™™         

Supplies and equipment necessary to complete training 

• VA-provided tools, equipment, uniforms and other supplies 

• Appropriate workplace accommodations based on individual needs of the Veteran 

• VA support during training and the placement follow-up phase, in order to assist with Veteran work or training-related needs  

VETERANS WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM RECEIVE: 

• Immediate income and benefits as an employee 

• Increased likelihood of being hired as a result of the SEI program 

• Valuable skills and learning in a practical setting that meets the employer’s specifications 

• Opportunity for continued employment following successful completion of the SEI program 

• One-on-one support from a VA Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor or Employment Coordinator to assist with training or work-related needs

The Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program has been around since 2007 and has updated to include military service as program eligible employment.  

Does this mean you should stay in the military to get your loans forgiven? Probably not.  

The program does not have a good record for accepting applicants. There are far better ways to go about getting your loans paid off.  

See article here