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Frustrated landlord wants to understand the Servicememebers Civil Relief act so she and determine if she can evict her military tenant.
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Regulators have jointly issued guidance -Interagency Guidance on Mortgage Servicing Practices Concerning Military Homeowners with Permanent Change of Station Orders, concerning the mortgage practices against military personnel.
Veteran Aligned Services Team (VAST) care model, is the new model designed to offer comprehensive preventative care solution, offering coaching services by subject matter experts and anchored by Lead Veteran Coaches (LVCs).
Areas of focus include:
- Behavioral Health: healthy relationships; effective communication; stress management;
-Wellness: weight and fitness tracking; sleep hygiene; healthy eating; smoking cessation;
- Finances: budgeting and debt management; understanding veterans’ benefits and navigating the claims process; assisting with Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) issues; and
- Careers: military skills translation; resume development; interviewing skills; navigating the federal hiring process; education on veteran workplace rights; career lifecycle management.
Read more: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/vetadvisor-launches-team-care-model-for-veterans-2012-06-19
With so many reports of Service Members Civil Relief Act violation, it is good to report good news. Wells Fargo and the Military Warriors Support Foundation (MWSF) have joined forces and are committed to helping veterans, who have special needs as a result of their service. The goal of their efforts is to help successfully transition these veterans back to civilian life after experiencing life-threatening injuries.
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20120614006619/en/Wounded-Iraq-Veteran-Mortgage-Free-Home
“We’ve got your back.” Those are the sentiments expressed in word and in legislation for our Service men and women. The Department of Justice, in partnership with other federal agencies, is committed to enforcing the federal laws that protect the civil rights of servicemembers.
Read more: http://www.justice.gov/usao/kyw/programs/servicemember.html
After serving multiple tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan a service member returns home and is denied a rental opportunity by an anti-war landlord.
Read more: http://agbeat.com/real-estate-news-events/political-activist-denies-housing-to-war-veteran/
Divorce rates increase for certain segments but not for service men and women. Congress is taking action to help provide financial security and reduce the impact that deployment plays in child custody disputes, military service men and women.
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For our military men and women, serving their country is an act of duty. It is also one that they can be proud of doing. However, many military personnel must consider the financial and other needs of the family they must leave behind. The following tips can help service members better prepare for deployment.
Flagler County Commission reports a budget deficit. One of the reasons listed is a helicopter pilot returning home from active duty in a war zone is expected to be paid $160,000 in retroactive retirement, in accordance with the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.
Read more: http://flaglerlive.com/39084/flagler-budget-crisis/