Cowboy Smart Money

Many of us have debt. Glenn Lyons and Capt. Holscher share ideas on reducing your debt and help improve your overall financial health.  Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming.   Send in your questions or show ideas to wyoguard@gmail.com

Do you struggle to understand your credit? What credit card or loan to pay down first? Glenn Lyons, also known as “The Financial Guru,” explains ways to manage your credit so you can focus on the more important purchases in your future. Hosted by MSgt. Jackie Marshall and Lt. Alyssa Bever.

It’s no stretch to say that the coronavirus crisis has challenged all of us mentally and financially. It has changed the way we spend, save, and invest. Glenn Lyons shares helpful tips on how to spend and save during the era of COVID-19. If you need assistance during this time, please contact the Service Member, Family, Employer, Readiness Support Team's 24/7 line at 1-800-635-4917 or visit: https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/families-and-employers/financial-resources/ Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming.  Send in your questions or show ideas to wyoguard@gmail.com or wyomingfinancialcounselor@gmail.com

Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming. In episode five, we discuss Life Insurance. We ask a variety of questions that will point you in the right direction when looking for life insurance that meets your needs. Glenn also shares his best tips on what to look for when shopping for an insurance agent. Capt. Holscher is the comptroller for the 153d Airlift Wing. Glenn Lyons, CLU, ChFC, is a personal financial counselor to service members in Wyoming. He is available for an individual confidential, and no-cost appointment either in person or by phone or Skype. Contact Glenn at  307-772-3562, WyomingFinancialCounselor@gmail.com or visit Wyoming Military Department of Financial Resources Helpful Life Insurance research links: AM BEST Company Why you should look for the CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter) Designation?  What Are CFP, ChFC and CLU? Life Insurance Rating Agency Fitch Insurance Ratings What are the educational requirements for the CFP, CLU, and ChFC designations? Do you have a financial topic idea or questions for the next show?  Email the Public Affairs office or call 307-772-5253. You can also contact  Master Sgt. Jackie Marshall | 307-772-5171

In our fourth episode, we discuss the Thrift Savings Plan program or better known as the TSP. Capt. Holscher and Glenn Lyons help you better understand your investment with some helpful tips, common mistakes, and ways you can maximize your TSP retirement plan. Capt. Holscher is the comptroller for the 153d Airlift Wing. Glenn Lyons, CLU, ChFC, is a personal financial counselor to service members in Wyoming. He is available for an individual confidential, and no-cost appointment either in person or by phone or skype. Contact Glenn at  307-772-3562, WyomingFinancialCounselor@gmail.com or visit Wyoming Military Department of Financial Resources Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming. Do you have a financial topic idea or questions for the next show?  Email the Public Affairs office or call 307-772-5253. You can also contact  Tech. Sgt. Jackie Marshall | 307-772-5171 Missed a podcast? Listen to all of our podcasts here and subscribe.

Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming. Our second episode will focus on ID Theft or Identity Theft. What you can do to be proactive against ID theft happening to you. How it can impact your military career and lots of resources to assist you along the way. Glenn Lyons, CLU, ChFC, is a personal financial counselor to service members in Wyoming. He is available for a personal confidential and no-cost appointment either in person or by phone or Skype. Contact Glenn at  307-772-3562, WyomingFinancialCounselor@gmail.com or visit Wyoming Military Department of Financial Resources ID Theft and Credit Monitoring Resources: Contact IRS for Tax ID Theft: 1-800-908-4490 or www.irs.gov AnnualCreditReport.com Equifax: 1-800-525-6285 Experian: 1-888-397-3742 TransUnion: 1-800-680-7289 Do you have a financial topic idea or questions for the next show?  Email the Public Affairs office or call 307-772-5253.

Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming. In episode six, we discuss Retirement Income. We dive into some common questions and share helpful tips that will prepare you for retirement. Capt. Holscher is the comptroller for the 153d Airlift Wing. Glenn Lyons, CLU, ChFC, is a personal financial counselor to service members in Wyoming. He is available for an individual confidential, and no-cost appointment either in person or by phone or Skype. Contact Glenn at  307-772-3562, WyomingFinancialCounselor@gmail.com or visit Wyoming Military Department of Financial Resources

Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming. In our third episode, we discuss Financial Transitions. No matter what your transition may be – separating, preparing for deployment, or retiring. Glenn shares smart tips on how you can start planning now. Glenn Lyons, CLU, ChFC, is a personal financial counselor to service members in Wyoming. He is available for an individual confidential, and no-cost appointment either in person or by phone or skype. Contact Glenn at  307-772-3562, WyomingFinancialCounselor@gmail.com or visit Wyoming Military Department of Financial Resources

Cowboy Smart Money is a podcast provided to enhance the financial strength and resilience of Service Members in the State of Wyoming. Our first episode will focus on taxes. Glenn Lyons, CLU, ChFC, is a personal financial counselor to service members in Wyoming. He is available for a personal confidential and no-cost appointment either in person or by phone or Skype. Contact Glenn at  307-772-3562, WyomingFinancialCounselor@gmail.com. Tax Resources:  Wyoming Military Department of Financial Resources F.E. Warren Tax assistance: 307-773-5829 Military One Source  IRS 1-800-908-4490 or www.irs.gov