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Military and their Families
Military and their Families
Financial Security is Essential - Start with Money Management
No matter where you are in your military career, managing your finances is an essential part of achieving financial security. By taking a few basic and practical steps, you can set yourself on the right path towards success and maintain it throughout your journey. Click here to open Start with Money Management.
According to the FINRA Foundation, the difference between a painful move and a positive one often depends on your family's level of financial and mental readiness. When duty calls, take the following steps to protect your family and your finances. This resource discusses financial resources available to you as a service member in the U. S. Military.
Topics Include:
When Duty Calls
Save, Save, Save
During the Move
After the Move
Helpful Resources
View the FINRA Military Moving Guide here.
Additional Resources
Thinking about rolling over funds from your Thrift Savings Plan? Consider this.
FINRA Foundation myFICO Access for Military Families

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is not a substitute for competent legal or financial counsel. The Securities
Division provides this information to give you an overview of the topics
discussed. You should not rely on the accuracy of this information but should
carefully review all applicable statutes and
regulations with the assistance of legal counsel.
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Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing Bureau (CS&CL)
Securities and Audit Division
Address: PO Box 30018, Lansing, MI 48909
Overnight Mail (FedEx/UPS): 2407 N. Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906
Phone: (517) 335-5237
Fax: (517) 763-0039
Email: LARA-CSCL-Securities-Audit@michigan.gov

