Author Archives: Doug Nordman

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About Doug Nordman

Author of "The Military Guide to Financial Independence and Retirement" and co-author of "Raising Your Money-Savvy Family For Next Generation Financial Independence."

What’s The Next Step To Financial Independence?

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Doug Nordman

A reader writes: Hi Nords, I have a few questions I’m hoping you can help me with. I trust your expertise in these matters. I am currently an E-8 with seven years to go until retirement. I am hoping I … Continue reading →

Posted in Financial Independence, Investing & TSP | 5 Comments

Buying a Home During Your Military Transition – What If It Becomes a Rental Property?

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Doug Nordman

This article was written by Forrest Baumhover. This article has to do with the challenges service members face when trying to obtain a mortgage on a new home purchase as they’re transitioning or retiring from the military.  However, this is … Continue reading →

Posted in Mortgage & Real Estate | Leave a comment

How To Get A USAA Cashier’s Check

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Doug Nordman

It seemed like such a simple question: “How do I get a USAA Cashier’s Check in a city where I don’t have a bank account?” Our daughter’s well into her plans to move off-campus. She’s done a great job of … Continue reading →

Posted in Money Management & Personal Finance, USAA | 11 Comments

Alzheimer’s Care Financial Update

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Doug Nordman

[Note:  My father passed away on 18 November 2017 from end-stage Alzheimer’s.] It’s been a busy few months for us Nordman family men, but the fallout is settling. Dad’s still healthy and mobile, he just turned 82 years old, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Life & Family | 8 Comments

Book Review: “Smarter Faster Better” by Charles Duhigg

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Doug Nordman

I’ve been home from travel for almost four months, and I’m finally catching up on my reading. I still have a pile of books that I picked up from FinCon15 (six months ago!), and I’m steadily working my way through … Continue reading →

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