Navy Federal


  • Wheeling and dealing in new cars: buy or lease?
    Wheeling and dealing in new cars: buy or lease?

    Choosing to join the military is an important life decision. From there, a recruit must make even more choices when it comes to finding a career path in the military. While the decision to buy or lease a new car may not be as impactful on your life as a military career, it can affect…

  • Mission possible: buying a home in a competitive market
    Mission possible: buying a home in a competitive market

    According to a recent survey by Navy Federal Credit Union, 40 percent of consumers between the ages 18 and 44 are in the market for a home. As more consumers from this group shop for a home, competition grows. So, like any important military mission, planning ahead is the key to success.

  • Car buying tips for the savvy shopper
    Car buying tips for the savvy shopper

    If you’re in the market for a new set of wheels, or even thinking about it, there’s great news. You’re in command.

  • Advice for homebuyers on mortgage rates
    Advice for homebuyers on mortgage rates

    Mortgage rates are on the rise and home prices are steadily climbing. Can you still hope find your dream home and afford it, too?

  • Four smart steps to reach your financial goals
    Four smart steps to reach your financial goals

    If you want to improve your financial situation, then there’s no time like the present. But focusing on an end goal can seem daunting if you’re just getting started.

  • 4 keys to your 2018 financial plan
    4 keys to your 2018 financial plan

    A new year brings new opportunities, and if you’re goal is to improve your finances in 2018, you’re in luck.

  • When should you work with a financial advisor?
    When should you work with a financial advisor?

    When your car needs a tune up, you take it to a mechanic. So when you need a financial plan, why not work with a pro?

  • The blended retirement system: keys to your decision
    The blended retirement system: keys to your decision

    The Department of Defense is introducing a new system to help servicemembers save for retirement in January 2018. Simply put, the Blended Retirement System (BRS) is a combination of the legacy retirement system (income for life) and defined contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).

  • Paying college tuition and tackling student loan debt
    Paying college tuition and tackling student loan debt

    A college degree can unlock a world of job opportunities. In fact, many employers look for college-educated workers. But financing a college education and tackling student loan debt is an issue facing many Americans today, including servicemembers and their families.

  • Home buying: The mortgage process
    Home buying: The mortgage process

    If you’re like a lot of people, 2017 may be the year you trade in renting for home ownership.