First Command Financial Services, Inc. will provide direct deposit federal pay for clients as part of a comprehensive assistance program during the government shutdown.
“First Command is committed to doing all we can to ensure that our Nation’s military families and other federal employees are not financially harmed by government actions or inactions that are beyond their control,” said First Command CEO/President Mark Steffe. “During the government shutdowns in October 2013 and December 2018-January 2019 we stepped up to help our clients and others who experienced economic hardships. As we face another shutdown, we are committing to again provide payroll advances and other assistance to our clients.”
The payroll advance offer will extend to several thousand eligible clients with existing direct deposit arrangements for their government paychecks through First Command Bank. The plan includes:
In addition, First Command will offer financial assistance to service members through contributions to various military service relief organizations.
First Command Financial Advisors are prepared to offer guidance on dealing with federal allotments for investments and insurance as well as other issues affecting family finances.
“Our knowledgeable Financial Advisors are available now to discuss possible ramifications for the finances of our clients,” Steffe said. “We have helped thousands of military and federal employees and their families plan for their financial futures, supporting them through times both good and bad. We are committed to make good on our mission of coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security.”
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