Natalie Oliverio is a Navy Veteran, journalist, and entrepreneur whose reporting brings clarity, compassion, and credibility to stories that matter most to military families. With more than 100 published articles, she has become a trusted voice on defense policy, family life, and issues shaping the modern military community. Natalie holds a Bachelor of Science (BS), Multidisciplinary Studies (HR, Communications & Writing and Editing) from West Virginia University. Her firsthand experience in uniform gives her writing depth and authenticity, while her background as a mentor and leader ensures every story carries purpose and impact. Whether covering breaking news or spotlighting the human side of service, Natalie’s work bridges understanding between military and civilian worlds—informing, connecting, and inspiring readers across the globe. Natalie has been a Mentor at both Veterati and the Travis Manion Foundation.
Latest by Natalie Oliverio
11/11/2025
2026 PCS Money Guide: Your BAH, 21 Days of TLE, and How to Fight a Shortfall
Fluctuations in housing markets, accumulating hotel taxes and fees, and unpredictable PCS timelines can impact relocation costs. In 2026, the Dep...
11/10/2025
Veterans Day 2025: Ceremonies & Flyovers Canceled During Shutdown
Most years, Veterans Day is marked by parades, music, and the sound of engines overhead. This year, though, things are quiet. A new Department of...
11/7/2025
Denied PCS Pay? Follow This Step-by-Step Guide to Appeal and Recover Your Reimbursement
Getting denied on a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) claim can feel like financial and emotional whiplash. You’ve already uprooted your life, sp...
11/6/2025
The Longest Government Shutdown is Hitting Troops, Families & Readiness, Hard
Emma didn’t understand why they couldn’t order pizza on Friday. Her dad, a Navy Senior Chief, explained their family had to “tighten up until the...
11/4/2025
Navy Releases New Social Media Guidelines: What You Need to Know
Wherever there is online freedom, there are rules about what you share and how you share it. When a Navy officer’s post went viral and was not se...
10/30/2025
Retention vs. Recruitment: Why You’re Being Asked to Stay Longer
The military is facing its toughest recruiting crisis in decades and is now offering bonuses, promotions, and extensions to keep experienced troo...
10/29/2025
On Base, Off Mission? What Leasing 3,000 + Acres for AI Data Centers Means for Military Readiness
When Chief Petty Officer Maria Hernandez drove past Edwards Air Force Base with her family, the sound of jets promised her daughter weekend adven...
10/28/2025
Military Housing Freezes Rent Amid BAH Payment Risks
Your spouse deploys. Your kids ask if the lights will stay on. Payday arrives, and your account is empty. That’s what some military families face...
10/27/2025
Shutdown Fairness Act: Ensuring Military Pay During Shutdowns
When the government shuts down, military families prepare for missed paychecks, delayed benefits, and stress that affects every base community. T...