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."

Lifestyles In Retirement: 90 Days In Spain

Posted on March 5, 2015 by Doug Nordman

We’ve been enjoying life in Andalusia for the last six weeks. My spouse and I have been financially independent for nearly 15 years and now we’re in our early 50s. When I retired from the military in 2002, our daughter … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Retirement, Travel | 22 Comments

Book Review: Energize Your Retirement (!)

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Doug Nordman

One of the tropes of financial independence is the perpetual question about leaving the workforce: “But… but… but what will I do all day?!?” It’s by far the most popular question. Oddly enough, it answers itself. When you’re saving and … Continue reading →

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Book Review: #MoneyChat THE BOOK

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Doug Nordman

Yep, that’s the title: with hashtag. Have you ever noticed how you and your friends talk about money? Some people will perpetually complain about not having enough, or needing to borrow more, or avoiding bill collectors. They’re stressed out about … Continue reading →

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Survey Results For “The Millennial Next Door”

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Doug Nordman

MoneyTips.com is launching a free eBook on financially successful Millennials! “The Millennial Next Door” is based on a survey of nearly 600 Millennials who volunteered their financial progress. They also shared their fears and regrets, and gave their advice. (Disclosure: … Continue reading →

Posted in Money Management & Personal Finance | 1 Comment

Why I Won’t Buy Long-Term Care Insurance

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Doug Nordman

Note:  My Dad passed away on 18 November 2017 from end-stage Alzheimer’s.  This post is about my experiences with his insurance during the years 2011-2014. There are hundreds of posts on the pros and cons of long-term care insurance, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Financial Independence, Insurance | 21 Comments