Vietnam veteran Frank Passarelli grew up with five Navy veterans in the family, his uncles, who had all served during World War II. During his own time in the Navy, he worked as a radioman on an assault troop carrier, facing constant danger and once surviving a deadly attack. Today, he continues to serve his fellow veterans and help civilians remember the cost of freedom through his role as Second Vice Commander at American Legion Huntington Beach Post 133.

Saving for retirement can be a daunting task. With so much information out there, just figuring out how to get started is confusing. That’s why we created this easy to understand guide for our members. Here you’ll learn the basics of retirement savings and the ways you can get started.

Having debt hanging over your head can be a downer. It’s also a significant roadblock to financial freedom. Becoming debt-free is a worthy goal, but it’s going to take some work. Here are some of our best tips:

With core U.S. inflation at a 40-year high, several experts predict the Federal Reserve will likely raise interest rates even higher to try to stamp out persistent inflation. While some fear this could lead to higher mortgage rates, others say it could present opportunities – especially for buyers as we head into 2023.