Rebecca Alwine

Rebecca Alwine joined Military.com in 2020 as the Spouse & Family Editor. As a military spouse, she strives to share stories of hardship and happiness of all military spouses. Rebecca is a fan of CrossFit, coffee and audiobooks and currently lives in Georgia.

Latest Articles

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For military families, building financial stability can sometimes feel like trying to hit a moving target, complete with...

Working With Real Estate Agents: 5 Common Myths Debunked

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How to Visit a Blue Star Museum This Summer

How to Visit a Free Blue Star Museum This Summer

The program offers free admission to active-duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel and their families.

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It's the most wonderful time of the year, coupled with the most stressful -- holiday shopping.

Everything You Need to Know About the Tricare Dental Program

When you marry into the military -- or your spouse joins the military -- you learn a whole new benefits system to go with...

4 Questions to Ask When Choosing Your Dental Insurance Company

Be prepared for this year's enrollment period by considering what kind of dental coverage your family needs and what plan...

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VA Loans Are Not Only for First-Time Homebuyers

A VA loan offers great benefits for more than just first-time homeowners.

Spouses Need Service Members' Support to Be Happy

How to Answer the Crazy Questions People Ask Military Spouses

Here are 10 common questions military spouses get from civilians, and ways you can answer them nicely.

Here Are 2 Ways to Get Free Online Military Counseling

But how do you continue -- or start -- counseling when you can’t even get an appointment for a referral? Welcome to the world...

Why Virtual Assistant May Be the Perfect Job for a Military Spouse

Many military spouses work as virtual assistants, but what does that mean, where do they find work and how much do they make?

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How to Celebrate Flag Day with Kids

You may be looking for new ways to teach your kids about Flag Day. We've compiled some resources for you, and for kids of all...

Top Video Game Releases Expected in 2023, Including Six Days in Fallujah

The video games scheduled to release in 2023 should excite gamers of all genres, especially military enthusiasts.

How the US Mint Encourages Education and Fosters Connections Through Coins

A displayed coin or medal is a great conversation starter.

3 Things to Do Before Buying Your Next Car

Before buying your next car, you’ll want to do these three things.

Do You Wish You Were Saving for the Future? It's Not Too Late to Start Today.

Saving for the future is important, and it’s not too late to start.

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