Veteran Ernie Delgado spent four years serving in the thick of Vietnam’s jungles as an infantry Marine. He fought courageously and carried the burden of leading his squad. Now, he’s a husband, grandfather, and member of the American Legion, where he and other veterans who share similar experiences connect and serve the community. “Never forget how you got your freedom, and how it’s maintained, and how it’s protected,” he said. “Someone’s got to pay for it.”

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: