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USAA, Victory Capital, And Schwab: Now What?!?

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: April 15, 2020 99 Comments

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USAA has sold its investment businesses to Victory Capital and Schwab. Let's analyze how that's going to affect your plans for financial independence. The sale of the Asset Management Company includes USAA’s mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and 529 accounts. It closed in 2019 and Victory expects to finish moving the … [Read more...] about USAA, Victory Capital, And Schwab: Now What?!?

The “What’s Up Next?” Podcast: “Looking Out For Mom And Dad”

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: February 16, 2020 2 Comments

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A few months ago I joined Doc G and Paul Thompson of the What’s Up Next? podcast for a panel discussion about a family financial problem: How do you look out for your parents when you don’t know anything about their finances or their wishes? Our panel included Cameron Huddleston, whose book “Mom And Dad, We Need to Talk” has … [Read more...] about The “What’s Up Next?” Podcast: “Looking Out For Mom And Dad”

Family Estate Planning For Your Disability

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: May 31, 2021 6 Comments

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Here’s our capstone post for the year: our family's estate plan. I’ve spent the last 11 months writing about the ways that our Nords family financial independence is changing. Now we’re reaching far into the future to simplify not just our lives, but our legacy for the next few generations. My spouse and I have had wills since college. … [Read more...] about Family Estate Planning For Your Disability

“I Inherited Money And Now I Can’t Blog About Financial Independence Anymore”

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: August 22, 2019 13 Comments

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I’m finally ready to write about distributing my father’s estate. As many of you may remember, Dad passed away in November 2017 after more than nine years with Alzheimer’s Disease. For over six of those years, Dad was in a full-care facility while I handled his finances. It only took a few six months to handle his estate and finish his … [Read more...] about “I Inherited Money And Now I Can’t Blog About Financial Independence Anymore”

Will Your Retirement Plan Handle Long-Term Care Needs? How Your Genome Impacts Disability, Caregiving, And Estate Planning

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: January 9, 2021 2 Comments

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Will your retirement plan stand up to long-term care needs? Do you have an estate plan in place? These are topics that few of us want to discuss. However, they are extremely important to your family's long-term stability. Today, we’ll discuss some important considerations for your long-term financial stability— and how you can take action … [Read more...] about Will Your Retirement Plan Handle Long-Term Care Needs? How Your Genome Impacts Disability, Caregiving, And Estate Planning

USAA’s Digital MilEx: Hurricane Readiness and Augmented Reality Vehicle Shopping

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: October 17, 2018 Leave a Comment

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[We’re trying something new with this post. Please scroll down to the bottom for my short podcast interview with two USAA managers about these topics!] Oooh, I almost forgot my traditional FTC disclosure: The Federal Trade Commission fears that I've lost my objectivity and become a USAA fanboi. My family and I have been USAA … [Read more...] about USAA’s Digital MilEx: Hurricane Readiness and Augmented Reality Vehicle Shopping

The Big Picture On Insurance: USAA’s Annual Reports

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

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I get many questions about USAA’s services & products. After six years of their financial conferences and dozens of interrogations interviews of their executives, I think I’ve learned enough about their business model (and the insurance industry) to help you navigate your choices. My spouse and I have been USAA members since 1981, and now our … [Read more...] about The Big Picture On Insurance: USAA’s Annual Reports

USAA Answers Your Insurance And Financial Questions

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: December 16, 2018 2 Comments

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This was the best conference yet! For those who are just joining us, last month I polled people's questions about USAA's insurance and financial programs. I brought those issues to the Digital Military Experience with USAA's Communications team, other program managers, and several executives. But first, it's time for another … [Read more...] about USAA Answers Your Insurance And Financial Questions

What Questions Should I Ask USAA At Digital MilEx?

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: June 27, 2018 4 Comments

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[Nords note: if you're finding this post via a search engine, here's the followup post with USAA's responses: USAA Answers Your Insurance And Financial Questions] It's almost that time of year again! The San Antonio summer is cooling off (a little) and on 19-20 September I'll be USAA's guest at Digital Military Experience … [Read more...] about What Questions Should I Ask USAA At Digital MilEx?

Your Auto Insurance Premiums Are Rising, But It’s Not Just You

My social media has lit up this year with complaints about vehicle insurance. It seems as if every military family who's transferred to a new duty station has paid more money to insure the same autos and the same drivers. Even families who haven't moved (yet) are unhappy when they renew their policies: more money for the same coverage. It's not … [Read more...] about Your Auto Insurance Premiums Are Rising, But It’s Not Just You