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⚠️ "Financial literacy literally can prevent scams." — Dr. Eric Elbogen, VA Expert

And veterans are one of the most targeted groups in the country.

Scammers know that military members and veterans often have steady income, strong credit, and a trusting nature built from years of serving alongside others. That makes our community a prime target — and the damage can be devastating.

That's why GoVA has made scam and identity theft education a priority on The Edge. Your free membership includes access to courses and resources covering:

🛡️ Identity theft protection
🚨 How to spot and avoid common scams
💡 Financial literacy tools that keep you informed and protected

Knowledge is your best defense. And with The Edge, it's completely free.

Don't let a scammer undo what you've worked so hard to build. 💙

Join 9,000+ military members already protecting their financial future:
👉 https://hubs.li/Q04hz-cg0

🏡 Thinking about buying a home? This one's for you.

GoVA Foundation — sponsored by C&F Bank — is hosting a FREE virtual workshop designed specifically for military families:

🌱 Planting Roots: Homebuying for Military Life
📅 Wednesday, June 10, 2026
🕛 Noon – 1 PM Eastern
💻 Virtual on Zoom

We know military homebuying comes with its own set of challenges — PCS moves, VA loan questions, building equity when you relocate every few years. This workshop cuts through the confusion with real answers from professionals who actually understand military life.

You'll walk away knowing:
✅ How to maximize your VA loan benefits
✅ Strategies for building equity even with frequent moves
✅ What today's interest rates mean for you
✅ How to make smart homebuying decisions during PCS season

It's free. It's practical. And it's built for YOU. Reserve your spot today 👇
https://hubs.li/Q04hz3N50

⚠️ This statistic stopped us in our tracks — and it should stop you too.

During a recent webinar with GoVA and the FTC, Dr. Elbogen of the VA shared something every military family needs to hear:

"Veterans who had mental health problems or brain injuries were twice as likely to be a victim of a scam."

May is both Military Appreciation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month — and this is exactly why the two are so deeply connected. The military and veteran community is actively targeted by scammers and identity thieves. That's not an accident. It's a pattern the VA's own research has documented.

Financial education is one of the most powerful tools we have to fight back. That's why GoVA provides free financial wellness resources to military members, veterans, and military spouses — including tools to help protect against fraud, scams, and identity theft.

Protecting our community means protecting the whole person. 💙

Join The Edge for free today and start building your financial defenses:
👉 https://hubs.li/Q04g0rLQ0