Your journey to financial independence can be a little lonely if you’re doing it all by yourself. Even social media, podcasts, and videos are poor substitutes for hanging out with people who share your goals. This post will cover different ways to get a little boost of FI endorphins to last for months... or at least until the next boost. Better … [Read more...] about Should You Attend FinCon, Military Influencer Conference, Camp Mustache, CampFI, and FI Chautauqua?
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How Chase Supports Military Entrepreneurs – Chase for Business Military Banking Benefits
JPMorgan Chase has long been a supporter of the military community, with initiatives that range from hiring current and former military members for their organization, leading a coalition to support hiring current and former military members across a range of industries, and through supporting military entrepreneurship. In addition, Chase offers … [Read more...] about How Chase Supports Military Entrepreneurs – Chase for Business Military Banking Benefits
Attack Pilot To College Sophomore To Fintech Entrepreneur
[Nords note: Tyson dropped by FinCon's "Military Meetup" table in the exhibit hall to chat. We had a great conversation about retirement calculators and financial independence. He's a vet, and he understands where military pay & benefits fit in a calculator. You can learn more from the video at the end of this post, which is definitely NOT … [Read more...] about Attack Pilot To College Sophomore To Fintech Entrepreneur
FinCon – The Financial Media Conference – How a Small Investment Can Return Dividends
It’s that time of year again: people are looking at conference dates and their travel budgets. They’re wondering why in the world anyone would want to spend hundreds of dollars to talk about financial independence. Well, let's take a look. Why I Go to FinCon I'm frequently asked why I go to FinCon and whether it's worth the money. What's the … [Read more...] about FinCon – The Financial Media Conference – How a Small Investment Can Return Dividends
Our Story: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Financial Ruin and live Happily Ever After!
[This post is brought to you by David Pere of the site "From Money To Millionaire", and he's another enthusiastic surfer! We've paddled out at Oahu's White Plains Beach a few times. If you're interested in contributing at The-Military-Guide.com, please see our posting guidelines .] The Beginning (Bio) I grew up in the Midwest, the son of an … [Read more...] about Our Story: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Financial Ruin and live Happily Ever After!
A GI Bill Is A Terrible Thing To Waste
[This post is brought to you by Stephanie Montague of Poppin' Smoke, where you can learn more about your military travel benefits and opportunities. If you're interested in contributing at The-Military-Guide.com, please see our posting guidelines!] Living in Washington, DC, my husband and I saw it all the time: military veterans who … [Read more...] about A GI Bill Is A Terrible Thing To Waste
Military To Veteran To FinTech Startup
[Today's military transition advice is brought to you by veteran Giff Carter of Stash. If you're interested in contributing your interview at The-Military-Guide.com, please see our posting guidelines.] What influenced your decision to join the military, and what led to your decision to leave active duty? GIFF CARTER (GC): I’m a bit … [Read more...] about Military To Veteran To FinTech Startup
Military Influencer Conference 2018 – A Gathering of Like-Minded Veteran Entrepreneurs
The 2018 Military Influencer Conference is back. It will be held 23-25 September in Orlando, FL, at the same resort as FinCon, the conference for financial media. FinCon is full of our people, but MIC is our tribe. You’ll meet over 400 attendees like you: whether you’re on active duty, or optimizing your Reserve & National Guard life, … [Read more...] about Military Influencer Conference 2018 – A Gathering of Like-Minded Veteran Entrepreneurs
Camp Mustache 4 Encore (And A Free Book!)
[Nords note: My spouse and I are still on Mainland slow travel, and we'll head back to Oahu in mid-July. Maybe we'll see you at a military Space A passenger terminal!] We spent another Memorial Day weekend at the Rainbow Lodge in the bustling megalopolis of North Bend, WA. (Snarkasm! It's a lovely little town.) This was my … [Read more...] about Camp Mustache 4 Encore (And A Free Book!)
Free Mentoring And Networking For Military Entrepreneurs
Sharks And Stripes 2: Camp Pendleton, CA, 13 June and live online. Do you need a little help with your business idea? Are you growing your revenue but not sure how to reinvest it for growth? Are you worried about financing or interested in talking with an investor? Rey Ybarra has worked with entrepreneurs for years, and he even … [Read more...] about Free Mentoring And Networking For Military Entrepreneurs