Separating Or Retiring While Overseas (But Not With The Navy!)

Doug Nordman

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  A reader writes: I’ve been commissioned from the Navy’s enlisted ranks and have not yet reached eight years of commissioned service. I’m eligible for retirement and I’ve enjoyed active duty-- until now. I’d like to retire as an officer but I’m not sure if I’ll be able to get to 10 years. I’m considering ...

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CampFI And Camp Mustache Are Worth Your Time (And Money)

Doug Nordman

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          It’s that time of year again: people are looking at meetup 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. You’re not the only person wondering about ...

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Our Story: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Financial Ruin and live Happily Ever After!

Doug Nordman

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[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 ...

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In Memoriam: My Father

Doug Nordman

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    Dean Nordman passed away on Saturday morning 18 November 2017 at age 83 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease.   Dad & me, early 2002. Regular readers may remember that my father first noticed his dementia symptoms in 2008 (at age 74) yet he refused all offers of help. ...

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Tricky Details Of The Military Blended Retirement System

Doug Nordman

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    I really wanted to use the titles "Hidden Secrets Of The BRS!!" or "Shocking Urban Legends Of The BRS Revealed-- #4 Is Jaw-dropping!!" But this is a serious life-changing decision. I've had a ton of reader BRS questions and feedback. The good news is that a group of us military ...

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MilBlogging17 was awesome! (Oh, and FinCon17 too.)

Doug Nordman

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  MilBlogging is back. The next conference is 23-25 September 2018 in Orlando, and MIC18 tickets are on sale now. They'll go fast. At the very least, sign up for the mailing list and learn more over the next few months. Those of you who've been around military social media for a while may remember the ...

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