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Tuition Assistance (TA) » The Tuition Assistance (TA) Program provides financial assistance for voluntary off-duty civilian education programs in support of a Soldier's professional and personal self-development goals. Myarmybenefits.us.army.mil

Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) » The largest program within MHA is the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). HAMP’s goal is to offer homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure reduced monthly mortgage payments that are affordable and sustainable over the long-term. HAMP was designed to help families who are struggling to remain in their homes and show: Documented financial hardship. An ability to make their monthly mortgage payments after a modification. HAMP is a voluntary program that supports servicers’ efforts to modify mortgages, while protecting taxpayers’ interests. To protect taxpayers, MHA housing initiatives have pay‐for‐success incentives. This means that funds are spent only when transactions are completed and only as long as those contracts remain in place. Therefore, funds will be disbursed over many years. Starting in the summer of 2012, the scope of the program will expand to help even more families in need. HAMP works by encouraging participating mortgage servicers to modify mortgages so struggling homeowners Home.treasury.gov

FR Y-14Q » The Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington DC. Federalreserve.gov

5 strategic ways to use a home equity loan during retirement » A home equity loan can be a useful financial tool during retirement, especially if you use the funds strategically. Cbsnews.com

Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Loan: Requirements, Limits, How to Qualify » A Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan is a mortgage that is insured by the FHA and issued by a bank or other approved lender. Investopedia.com

Social Security COLA not enough? How to get more cash now » Even with a planned Social Security raise, beneficiaries may be looking for other ways to boost their cash flow. Cbsnews.com