Rachael Hubbard

Rachael Hubbard is the Content Strategist at Military.com. An avid supporter of all things military, Rachael enjoys writing about issues that enrich the lives of service members, veterans and their families. Like most Americans, her life was profoundly affected by 9/11 and she determined to channel her career skills into serving others who serve our community and country. She is the Wounded Warrior Coordinator for both annual PBS concerts, and regularly volunteers for veteran and military family organizations. Rachael lives in Virginia with her husband, Mark, daughter (Georgianna Patriot) and her five Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

Latest Articles

An airman rides a mountain biking trail on Mount Werner in the Routt National Forest, Colorado.

How One Veteran Turned His Love of Mountain Biking into a Way to Help Others

The Veteran's Creed calls on former service members to "continue to serve my community, my country and my fellow veterans."

4 Smart Degrees Veterans Should Consider

A college degree is a smart choice for veterans because it furthers opportunities in the workplace and increases earning...

Four Steps to Using Your Military Service and Education Toward a College Degree

Whether you are currently in the military or are a veteran considering using your Post-9/11 GI Bill, you may be wondering how...

COVID-19 Relief Options for Servicemembers

The military is uniquely affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Learn what options are available to assist servicemembers.

5 Tips for Buying a Car While Your Service Member is Deployed

The moment your spouse deploys, anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Suddenly, you need to replace your minivan. These...

Choose the Best Credit Card for You in Three Easy Steps

Choosing the best credit card for your family is an important decision. Follow these three easy steps to choose the best card...

Should You Live On or Off Base?

When you begin planning for your next PCS, one of the first things to consider is whether to live on or off base. The options...

Fall Is the Second-Best Time to Buy a House. Here's Why

The best time to buy your next home might be during the fall. Purchasing a property in the fall doesn’t follow conventional...

Family Gazing at New Home with Sold Sign

VA Loans: Your Top Questions Answered

VA loans are a great benefit of military service and are available to service members, veterans and surviving spouses. They...

Washington National Guard soldiers stand in formation.

How Veterans with Other than Honorable Discharges Could Get VA Benefits or a Upgraded Discharge Status

Those who receive other than honorable discharges often bear the stigma of a 'bad paper' discharge, along with the potential...

5 Tips for Saving Money During the Holidays

Saving money during the holidays can be tricky, but we’ve put together these five tips to help you do just that.

Top 10 Things to Know About Using Your GI Bill in 2021

If you are considering going back to school this fall, you may be wondering how the COVID-19 national emergency has affected...

How to Buy a Home in a Time of Economic Uncertainty

If you're trying to buy a home in 2020, chances are you've hit a few roadblocks. Buying a home can be stressful in any market...

#MakeItMeanMore campaign by Veterans United

Veterans United Uses Tweets to Pay Off Veterans’ Mortgages on Veterans Day

While the phrase "Thank you for your service" is genuine and well-intentioned, Veterans United Home Loans wanted to find a...

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