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I’m not going to lie, preparing to buy a home is something more people should do. Research and planning will go a long way to save you time, money and heartache. Unfortunately, many people are winging it.

My guest, Chris Birk is here to help prepare us all on buying a home with a VA Loan. If you're a seasoned home buyer or looking to buy your first home, this is a valuable show for you. Chris shares what most people miss when buying a house and tips for being successful at it.

Chris Birk is the Director of Education for Veterans United Home Loans, the nation's largest VA lender, and author of “The Book on VA Loans: An Essential Guide to Maximizing Your Home Loan Benefits.” Chris’ articles and analysis have appeared at The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, Fox Business and more.

Preparing to Buy a Home Episode Details

• Why it’s important for people to begin home buying when they’re ready
• Buying homes for the wrong reason, keeping up with the Jones’
• Where your finances should be before you buy a home
• The average credit score you need to buy a house
• The pros and cons of homeownership
• What PITI is and what you should know about it
• The top tools people need in their tool belt before buying a home
• The top mistakes Servicemembers and Veterans make when buying a home

Show Notes

Many people say they want to start a business, build wealth, or make an impact, but the truth is, they often stop short when things get tough. Whether it’s fear, self-doubt, or a lack of direction, those roadblocks can keep people stuck.

In this episode, T. Shane Johnson shares how he pushed past rock bottom and used his military experience, mental toughness, and belief in sales to build a life on his own terms. You’ll learn how he bounced back from homelessness, what it really takes to succeed in business, and why believing in yourself is the foundation of any good business.

T.Shane is a veteran, and with his daughter, they’re building America’s first indoor hydroponic coffee farm. With a patent-pending system and nationwide retail traction, they’re on a mission to grow sustainable, U.S.-made coffee—year-round, farm-to-cup, and family-owned. https://milmo.co/podcast/sales-and-self-belief-make-or-break-your-business

It’s no secret within the military community that suicide is a problem, especially in the veteran community. Since it’s National Suicide Awareness Month, now is a good time to discuss what everyone should know and do to help with the suicide problem within our military family.

I’ve invited Garrett Cathcart, the executive director of Mission Roll Call, to have this meaningful discussion. Garrett is a graduate of the United States Military Academy and a combat veteran, having served as a Cavalry Scout with the Army. His and Mission Roll Call’s entire purpose is to give veterans a voice on issues impacting their lives. And one of those big issues is veteran suicide.

Click below to get the show notes and resources!

https://laceylangford.com/podcast/suicide-prevention/

Moving is the way the military rolls. It’s part of the job and we all know it. But sometimes it sucks. Picking up your life and family to move to not only a new city but an entirely different state or country is a lot. It will test your marriage, parenting, and packing skills all at once. The good news is, there's help out there to make the experience a little more enjoyable. And even better, there’s now some free PCS help.

In this show, my guest is a fellow military spouse and MFAN board member. Kellie Artis is the COO of MILLIE, a resource, and service to help the military community through their entire PCS journey.

Show notes can be found here:

https://laceylangford.com/podcast/scout-out-your-pcs/

Leaving full-time employment to enter retirement is a big transition in most people’s mindset and behavior. Especially Baby Boomers who may have always had a full-time job or for career military people who know nothing different than the military. There are many factors that go into preparing for retirement or flipping the switch like changing from saving to spending or going from full-time work to finding how you like to spend your days.

My guest today is here to help you prepare for some of the 35 financial, lifestyle, and social transitions you'll encounter upon entering retirement. Dr. Barbara O’Neil is the owner/CEO of Money Talk: Financial Planning Seminars and Publications where she writes, speaks and reviews content about personal finance.