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VA support program to buy up veterans’ defaulted home loans
The Department of Veterans Affairs will start buying veterans' failing mortgages to help them stay in their homes.
VA pauses foreclosures on home loans amid concerns of financial strain
The department is also extending financial help programs to give more support to veterans having trouble making loan payments.
New virtual career center for vets boosted by $1M Disney donation
The entertainment company has been a supporter of Student Veterans of America for more than a decade.
Veterans make for better company on the Best for Vets: Employers list
The companies in the Best for Vets Employers 2023 share a commitment to meeting the unique needs of veterans.
By Andrew Welsh-Huggins
Which colleges are best for veterans? Those offering training, support
The 2023 Military Times Best for Vets Colleges rankings are dominated by institutions that focus on staff training and support infrastructure for veterans.
By Connie Mabin
Vets more likely than civilians to own home, experience homelessness
New research highlights the disparity among veterans who succeed after leaving the military and those who struggle.
Bill would ease federal loan forgiveness process for troops, vets
Critics say defense and education officials need more coordination to improve the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Opinion
Vets don’t deserve to be preyed upon by unaccredited ‘claims coaches’
Veterans should have a choice in how they pursue benefits, but also protection from those who will take advantage of the VA disability system.
By Derek Debus
Guard ‘temporarily’ pauses some student loan repayments due to funding
The Army National Guard has had to halt a key educational benefit due to a funding shortfall.
By Davis Winkie
Measure to boost pay for some injured vets moves ahead
Passing the Major Richard Star Act has been a priority for veterans advocates this year.
Stepping into civilian shoes: What to keep in mind while transitioning
The military is not the only thing you’re gonna do with your life. It’s not even the best thing that you’ll ever do.
By Blake Stillwell