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Military Discounts Are Not Entitlements

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: November 7, 2018 4 Comments

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Military and Veterans Discounts

[Nords note:  This guest post resonates with me, so I'm putting it up a week early.  Before the Veterans Day retail craze kicks off the holiday shopping season, I'd like to share this important reminder from Rick Kuehn of GruntRoll. Please remember why the holiday exists and thank your local veterans.] So, you're like me. You walk up to the … [Read more...] about Military Discounts Are Not Entitlements

One More Year Syndrome

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: June 27, 2018 2 Comments

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Many of my posts on financial independence come from reader questions. I answer roughly five e-mails or Facebook queries for every post that you see here. I'm not just recycling my keyboard wisdom into the blog, although that efficiency appeals to my frugal nature! I'm also showing you that many servicemembers, families, and even retirees are … [Read more...] about One More Year Syndrome

Reduce Your Driving Risks After Deployment

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: February 11, 2019 4 Comments

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Would you like USAA to pay you $25 to take their driving assessment? They want to hear from members who are on active duty or in the Reserves (or their spouses), or who have retired or separated within the last six months. You must have returned from an overseas deployment in the last six months. The full list of requirements is at USAA's … [Read more...] about Reduce Your Driving Risks After Deployment

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