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Ep 798 - Financial Survival Tips for 2025 | Lisa Gavin | America's Heroes Group Apr 11, 2025

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Financial fallout in 2025? Stock market dips, high inflation, rising interest rates, job insecurity—how do you protect your finances in times like these?
Lisa Gavin, President of Next Level Coaching & Funding, shares powerful money mastery tips to help you build a financial strategy, grow your credit, reduce debt, and prepare for economic uncertainty.
In this episode:
How to strategically maneuver financially in 2025
The danger of opinions vs. advice in financial decision-making
What most schools & families never teach you about credit
Why refinancing could save you hundreds per month
How to use debt consolidation to increase your credit score
The benefits of building business credit and turning your hustle into a real income stream
Why funding and cash flow are critical in unpredictable times
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Ep. 793 - From Homeless to Hope: Yvette Jones Swanson’s Mission to House 5,000+ Veterans Apr 11, 2025

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In this heartfelt episode of America's Heroes Group, we sit down with Yvette Jones Swanson, a U.S. Army Veteran, realtor, national advocate, and founder of Vet Mentors LLC. With over 22 years of relentless service, Yvette shares her powerful journey from being a homeless female veteran to becoming a trailblazing force who has housed over 5,000 veterans.
She dives into her groundbreaking publications and courses, including:
The Veterans Path to Home – a 3-hour state-approved CE course
From Boots to Business – guiding veterans from service to entrepreneurship
Collaborative Housing Solutions – tools for caseworkers, realtors, and community leaders
Veteran Care Home Start-Up Guide
Brave Reflections Journal – therapy support for veterans
Veterans Real Estate Guide – helping vets use their VA loan and become investors
Yvette teaches how to access funding, utilize AI, build veteran housing programs, and create real impact. Her story is raw, real, and deeply inspiring.

Ep. 792 - Clean Energy Careers for Veterans: 2025 Infrastructure & Jobs Outlook | Rob Howard + J.R. Wellman Apr 04, 2025

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In this veteran-led conversation, Rob Howard and J.R. Wellman break down how America’s shifting energy infrastructure is opening doors for veterans across rural and urban communities. Whether you’re transitioning out of the military or seeking to pivot into a booming industry, this episode delivers actionable insight on how to plug into the 2025 clean energy economy.
Topics covered:
What is a circular energy economy?
Real examples of turning waste into power (like food, heat, methane)
Infrastructure buildout across the U.S. and where veterans fit in
Top transferable skills veterans bring to energy and utilities
Paths into solar, hydrogen, microgrids, and renewable fuels
From enlisted to entrepreneur: how to launch your own clean energy business
National overview: where the clean energy jobs are—by region
Building a workforce pipeline: skills, training, networks, and hiring support
This is a roadmap for veterans to find purpose, stability, and success in an industry that’s fueling America’s next chapter.

Ep. 791 - April 15 Tax Deadline: What Veterans & Small Biz Owners Need to Know | David Milanec on AHC Apr 04, 2025

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The April 15 tax filing deadline is around the corner—and if you’re a veteran, small business owner, or everyday taxpayer, you can’t afford to miss this episode. CPA and financial strategist David Milanec joins America’s Heroes Corp Roundtable to break down everything you need to know, from last-minute filing tips to veteran-specific tax breaks and business credits that can save thousands.
Learn about:
Automatic 6-month extensions
Common mistakes that cost taxpayers refunds
Tax benefits for veterans & military families
Recordkeeping and financial health
Illinois’ Angel Investment Credit for veteran-owned businesses
The danger of misclassifying employees vs. contractors
How tax planning can reduce your liability (one case dropped from $600K to $10K!)
📞 Need help filing or planning? Call (708) 914-8220 to speak with Katz Milanec.

Ep. 790 - Does This Bill Really Protect Medicaid? The Truth Behind the Budget Cuts Apr 04, 2025

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Does a new bill actually protect Medicaid—or is it smoke and mirrors? In this powerful episode of America's Heroes Corp Roundtable, Dr. Damon Arnold interviews KFF Health News senior correspondent Julie Appleby about her fact-checked exposé on a House budget resolution that claims to safeguard Medicaid... but doesn’t.
Together, they break down what the bill really says (and doesn’t say), how $880 billion in cuts could only realistically come from Medicaid, and what that means for:
Veterans in long-term care
Seniors in nursing homes
Working families relying on support
State Medicaid programs
The future of U.S. healthcare equity
Julie exposes why PolitiFact rated the congressman's statement as FALSE, and how behind-the-scenes budget maneuvers could change Medicaid as we know it.

Ep. 789 - Why the VFW Matters: Supporting Veterans, Community, and the Future Apr 04, 2025

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In this inspiring and timely episode of America’s Heroes Corp Roundtable, host Dr. Damon Arnold welcomes Commander Aretha Spurlock, the first African-American woman to lead VFW Post 311 in Richton Park, IL. Together, they discuss the vital role of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in providing services, community support, education, benefits navigation, and advocacy for veterans and their families.
From the challenges of federal layoffs and navigating VA services, to the power of education, entrepreneurship, and grassroots veteran leadership, this episode reminds us all why community-based veteran organizations matter now more than ever.

Ep. 788 - Can the Courts Stop Executive Orders Military Policy & the Constitution Apr 04, 2025

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Partner: Stephanie Kalota – U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class (Veteran), Founder of The Political Veteran Podcast & AHG Correspondent.
In this special edition of America’s Heroes Corp Roundtable, host Dr. Damon Arnold, U.S. Army National Guard (Ret.), sits down with veteran and political correspondent Stephanie Kalota to discuss the judicial system’s role in reviewing executive orders and shaping military policy.
🔥 From transgender service bans to the rights of pregnant service members, we examine how constitutional law, Supreme Court rulings, and historical cases shape the boundaries of executive power.
You’ll hear real case examples like Crawford v. Cushman, explore Marbury v. Madison, and learn how judicial checks and balances work in action—even in matters of national security.
This is a must-here for every veteran, policymaker, and citizen who wants to understand how democracy defends itself.

Ep. 787 - Newly Introduced Veteran Legislation and what You Need to Know! Feb 21, 2025

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oin Stephanie Kalota, U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class Veteran and Founder of The Political Veteran Podcast, as she breaks down newly introduced legislation that impacts veterans, caregivers, military personnel, and their families.
📜 Key Topics in This Episode:
✅ Senate Bill 124 – Restore VA Accountability Act
✅ House Bill 71 – Veterans Health Care Freedom Act
✅ House Bill 149 – Lead by Example Act (VA Health Care for Congress)
✅ House Bill 552 – Veterans Collaboration Act
✅ House Bill 220 – Veterans Infertility Treatment Act
✅ House Bill 72 – TBI and PTSD Treatment Act
✅ House Bill 452 – Safe Spaces Act (Concealed Carry for Military)
✅ House Bill 538 – Cancer Study for Military Aircrew
These critical bills could improve veterans' health care, streamline VA accountability, provide caregiver support, and ensure better services for those who have served. However, only 4-8% of proposed legislation gets passed, making advocacy essential.
📢 Your voice matters! Contact your representatives to support these bills and make a difference in veterans' lives.

#VeteranLegislation #VALoans #MilitaryHealthCare #VeteransAffairs #VeteranSupport #VeteranCare #TBI #PTSD #VeteransRights #MilitaryPolicy #CaregiverSupport #SafeSpacesAct #VeteranBenefits

Ep. 786 - How Family Caregivers Can Get Paid: Essential Programs & Resources Feb 21, 2025

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Join us on America’s Heroes Show with Stephanie Kalota, U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class Veteran and Founder of The Political Veteran Podcast, alongside Keisha L. Jackson, U.S. Air Force Veteran and Family Caregiver Advocate.
In this episode, we discuss programs that pay family caregivers and the essential resources available to support those caring for loved ones. Many caregivers sacrifice their jobs, income, and benefits to care for aging or disabled family members, but there are financial assistance programs available.
Key topics include:
✅ Medicaid programs that compensate family caregivers
✅ VA Caregiver Support for veterans and their families
✅ State-specific programs that provide financial relief
✅ Elder law and legal steps for securing caregiver payments
✅ Tax credits, long-term care insurance, and self-pay options
✅ The importance of background checks and caregiver training
If you are a family caregiver or know someone who is, this discussion provides critical information on how to get financial support while caring for loved ones.

Ep. 785 - From Homeless Veteran to Homeowner: How VA Loans Can Change Lives Feb 21, 2025

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Join us for an insightful discussion on America's Heroes Show with Yvette Jones Swanson, U.S. Army Veteran and Founder of Vet Mentors LLC, as she is joined by Riccardo Wardlow, Branch Manager at Loan Depot.
In this episode, we explore the journey from homelessness to homeownership for veterans using VA Loans. Many veterans qualify for homeownership but remain unaware of their benefits, including no money down, no real estate taxes for service-connected disabilities, and multi-unit investment opportunities.
Key topics include:
✅ Understanding VA loans and eligibility
✅ How homeless veterans can become homeowners
✅ Tax benefits and grants for service-connected veterans
✅ The power of multi-unit ownership for generational wealth
✅ Common myths and misconceptions about VA loans
If you or someone you know is a veteran struggling with housing, this episode is a must-watch! Learn about the resources available to help veterans transition from instability to financial independence.
#Veterans #VALoans #HomeOwnership #HomelessToHomeowner #MilitaryHousing #VeteranBenefits #MortgageLoans #VeteransSupport #HousingForVeterans #NoMoneyDown #FinancialFreedom

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