Category Archives: Money Management & Personal Finance

“What Happens At USAA’s DigitalMilEx”… We’ll Tell You About It.


I’m invited to USAA DigitalMilEx Conference again! This year it’s next week (26-27 October) at a San Antonio hotel near their headquarters building. I’ve also been invited to a behind-the-scenes visit on the day before. Please give me your questions and … Continue reading

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A Retired Sailor, Recommends 50 of the Best Personal Finance Books Ever Written


This list was compiled from the recommendations of dozens of veterans and their families. I’ve personally read or used all of them and I was not paid, compensated, or otherwise bribed to recommend them. Many of them are free through … Continue reading

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Four Ways Physical Fitness Impacts Financial Fitness


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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How Do I Plan Our Finances For The Rest Of Our Lives?


I’ve heard from a reader a couple of times over the last few years. Here’s their latest question: Hi Doug, I’d like to find a financial planner and see what course correction(s) we have to make based on our current … Continue reading

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What’s The Next Step To Financial Independence?


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

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