A reader writes: Hey Nords, what asset allocation do you maintain now that you're financially independent and retired? I retired from the military over 13 years ago, and today we still have pretty much the same high-equity asset allocation that we had when we reached financial independence. Our fund choices are more complicated and expensive … [Read more...] about REVEALED: Our Asset Allocation During Financial Independence
Archives for October 2015
Surviving An Involuntary Separation
[This post is brought to you by military veteran David McCauley. If you're interested in contributing at The-Military-Guide.com, please see our posting guidelines.] In the Fall of 2010, my Navy career was finally blooming. My promotion was in the pipeline, I had received new orders, and had managed to save up a modest nest egg. I enjoyed my job … [Read more...] about Surviving An Involuntary Separation
Getting Older In Early Retirement
A reader writes: I'm 42 years old and I won't be able to retire for five more years. I see that you surf. I do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and I love it. I'm interested in how your body and health are holding up. Can you still surf reasonably well? How do you feel? The context is that I want to retire early and train more often but I'm worried my body … [Read more...] about Getting Older In Early Retirement
Do You Need A Digit Account?
When you're starting your career, it takes a while to get your money into autopilot for financial independence. You'll track your expenses and build a budget, and you'll save and invest while you pay down your debt. You'll set up your deductions to your Roth Thrift Savings Plan and your Roth IRA. After a few months, your bills will be regularly … [Read more...] about Do You Need A Digit Account?
