Category Archives: Career

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

Posted on September 13, 2018 by Doug Nordman

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 … Continue reading →

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How To Turn Your Next PCS Into A 20% Raise

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Doug Nordman

This is a guest post by Justin Taylor, from Saving Sherpa. How to Choose Your Next Duty Station Choosing your next duty station or even creating a list of potential new homes is possibly the most stressful part of being … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons Why Military Retirees Keep Working

Posted on September 8, 2016 by Doug Nordman

A reader posted a forum comment about his co-workers: I’m always intrigued when I hear about recently retired military personnel with pretty good pensions who take new jobs after retiring in their mid to late 40’s. If they want to … Continue reading →

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Four Ways Physical Fitness Impacts Financial Fitness

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Doug Nordman

This article was written by Forrest Baumhover. The other day, I just finished my last spring physical readiness test (PRT) for the Navy.  As I finished my second-to-last fitness test, I celebrated to myself—one more PRT, and I’m done!  My … Continue reading →

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Retirement Lifestyles: “Can I Get Back Into The Military?”

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Doug Nordman

A reader question has hit my IN box several times this year: “My spouse retired from the military after 20 years of active duty and is receiving their pension. They’re in their 40s and they miss it so much. Is … Continue reading →

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