Category Archives: Investing & TSP

When do you stop contributing to tax-deferred accounts?


A reader writes: How do you know when you have enough assets in retirement accounts so that you can stop contributing and put your money in taxable accounts? We could probably stop now but it’s a hard habit to break. … Continue reading →

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Building the Ultimate Investment Portfolio


I’ve been reading financial discussion boards for over a decade, and they tend to converge on a few perpetual topics. One of them is “How’s my portfolio?”  Here’s a typical example: “Hi guys glad I found this board great to … Continue reading →

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Asset Allocation Considerations for a Military Pension


Here’s my in-depth answer with the nitty-gritty details of the following question: If you’re receiving a military pension, then how should you invest the rest of your portfolio? Frankly, to the majority of you readers, this will be a boring … Continue reading →

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Tailor Your Investments to Your Military Pay and Your Pension


Moshe Milevsky’s book “Are You a Stock or a Bond?” suggests that military on active duty can invest much more aggressively than many civilians. Milevsky’s concept of “human capital” grew out of his studies of investment and retirement plans. He … Continue reading →

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Simple Ways to Start Saving for Retirement


Short post today, folks. It’s a straightforward topic and you’re probably busy getting ready for the holidays! Before we start, here’s another reminder about getting on the road to financial independence:  are you tracking your spending yet? If you’ve been … Continue reading →

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