Veterans Benefits Banking Program

Your Free Financial Counseling Options

One free consultation with a credit or financial counselor is a benefit to you through the Veterans Benefits Banking Program.

Neither VA nor AMBA endorses any particular banks, credit unions, products or services, or requires Veterans or other beneficiaries to use them.

To help connect you with the right type of counselor, please select the one that best describes your situation…

I’m interested in:

  • reducing my debt
  • avoiding foreclosure or eviction
  • qualifying for a first-time home purchase

I’m interested in:

  • gaining information and financial guidance specific to my needs
  • creating a budget, spending plan, or savings plan
  • preparing for a life transition, such as education, a new job, or retirement
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Get help managing your debt with an NFCC Certified Credit Counselor.

The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) is a nonprofit organization that can quickly connect you to the help you need if you are struggling with debt. In fact, in a recent NFCC cohort of 32,500 military clients, more than half were Veterans!

An NFCC Certified Credit Counselor can help you understand how to overcome the obstacles preventing you from regaining control of your debt, and can offer options that directly assist you with more affordable payments and lower interest rates. These programs have helped millions of people get back on track with their debt and their financial goals.

Receive a free, personalized financial review and find out if you could benefit from a Debt Management Plan that offers lower payments and reduced interest.

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Take control of your financial future with an AFCPE Accredited Financial Counselor.®

The Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education® (AFCPE®) is a national nonprofit organization that certifies and supports financial counselors, coaches, and educators. We believe that all people deserve access to qualified and trusted financial professionals and the opportunity to achieve lasting financial well-being.

AFCPE’s Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®) professionals can help you navigate complex financial challenges, overcome immediate financial issues, or support you through a life transition, such as education, a new job, or retirement.

An AFC® can help you create a budget, develop strategies to build savings, or improve your consumer credit rating. Their depth of training allows them to meet you where you are with knowledge and empathy. They don’t provide a one-size-fits-all approach, but rather a customized plan to meet your unique goals and needs.

Ready to take control of your financial future?

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