Category Archives: Money Management & Personal Finance

Extreme home improvement: DIY photovoltaic array

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Doug Nordman

[Note:  Hover your cursor over the images for the metatext.] Last week’s post on photovoltaic systems presented the finances without much engineering. We had a guest post this week on more photovoltaic “rent vs own” decisions, but this post will … Continue reading →

Posted in Money Management & Personal Finance, Mortgage & Real Estate | 4 Comments

5 Ways to Ease the Transition from Military to Civilian Career

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Doug Nordman

This guest post is brought to you by Aaron Walker. (If you’re interested in contributing a guest post, please see our guest posting guidelines.) I’ll be honest: When I began the job search as I moved from the military to civilian life, … Continue reading →

Posted in Career, Money Management & Personal Finance | 2 Comments

Military Retirement and Divorce – How Does a Divorce Impact Military Retirement Pay?

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Doug Nordman

A reader writes: “If my ex husband was active duty for 10 years and 20 years Reserve and he has 5300 retirement points at the rank of O-6, how much will he receive? I will receive 50%.” After exchanging more … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Life & Family, Military Retirement, Money Management & Personal Finance | 16 Comments

When do you stop contributing to tax-deferred accounts?

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Doug Nordman

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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Dealing With Credit Card Fraud — Any Suggestions?

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Doug Nordman

My credit card data was stolen last month. I was lucky– the thief moved slowly and there were only two charges before the fraud computer kicked in. But it was still a hassle and an inconvenience, and at first, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Money Management & Personal Finance | 9 Comments