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Retirement Calculators

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”

USAA And The Final Month To Opt In To The Military Blended Retirement System

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: December 7, 2018 2 Comments

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Here’s the latest information and tools to make your military Blended Retirement System decision-- and a new way to think about your career and your choices. [Note: I'm participating in Kate Horrell’s #BRSBlitz initiative. I’m not compensated by USAA for this campaign and you won’t see any FTC disclosures like “#USAAPartner”, "#ad”, or … [Read more...] about USAA And The Final Month To Opt In To The Military Blended Retirement System

“Should I Opt In To The Military’s Blended Retirement System?”

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: June 27, 2018 25 Comments

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[This post is brought to you by Dan, who's done a lot of data runs with the BRS calculator.  His new website KeepInvestingSimpleStupid.com is under construction, so please check on its progress! If you're interested in contributing at The-Military-Guide.com, then see our posting guidelines.]     It’s the Final Countdown to the … [Read more...] about “Should I Opt In To The Military’s Blended Retirement System?”

Tricky Details Of The Military Blended Retirement System

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: June 11, 2019 37 Comments

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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 personal-finance bloggers have tracked down the answers with the … [Read more...] about Tricky Details Of The Military Blended Retirement System

The Military Blended Retirement System: “Dude, Where’s My Calculator?”

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: June 11, 2019 17 Comments

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[Ah, good, the DoD BRS calculator has been officially released.] A reader asks an outstanding question: Does it make sense to opt in to the military's new Blended Retirement System in 2018? One of our NCOs has a pessimistic view of the BRS, especially since they're over 12 years of service and don't see how the BRS will benefit them. In … [Read more...] about The Military Blended Retirement System: “Dude, Where’s My Calculator?”

USAA’s Military Retirement Comparison Tool And The Blended Retirement System

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: December 16, 2018 12 Comments

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  Are you ready to make your choice about the military's Blended Retirement System? Are you a leader who has to advise younger officers and enlisted how to decide between High Three and the BRS? Are you a veteran like me who's asked the question several times a week by their family (and their readers)? USAA can help with … [Read more...] about USAA’s Military Retirement Comparison Tool And The Blended Retirement System

Military Blended Retirement System Spreadsheet

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: June 27, 2018 10 Comments

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This post is brought to you by MilitaryFIRE.com. If you're interested in contributing at The-Military-Guide.com, please see our posting guidelines.   A lot has been written about how to decide if the new Blended Retirement System (BRS) is better than the US military’s old retirement system. Most calculators, however are overly dependent … [Read more...] about Military Blended Retirement System Spreadsheet

How To Calculate A Reserve Retirement

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: November 6, 2020 173 Comments

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Reserve Retirement Calculator

In response to a question from a reader, Doug originally created and published this post in 2012. The sender was seeking a Reserve Retirement Calculator, specifically for the National Guard or Reserve. Instead of referring him to one of the many Military Retirement Calculators online, Doug dedicated the time, to write a very detailed post to … [Read more...] about How To Calculate A Reserve Retirement

Using Reserve & Guard Retirement Calculators To Estimate Your Military Pension

Author: Doug Nordman Last Updated: August 6, 2019 10 Comments

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Guard Reserve Retirement Calculators

 A reader writes: There used to be a great National Guard Retirement Calculators the Army put out– you enter your years of service, total points and the multiplier and it gave you a projected pay per month for your Reserve retirement. This should be on your site– the Army has taken it down…Help the lazy folk! "Lazy"? I appreciate you pointing this … [Read more...] about Using Reserve & Guard Retirement Calculators To Estimate Your Military Pension

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