Category Archives: Military Life & Family

Divorce And A Military Reserve Pension

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Doug Nordman

A reader writes: My husband was commissioned after ROTC in August 1966, placed on an educational deferment, and did not start active duty until February 1968. How many retirement points did he earn over that period and where is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Life & Family, Military Retirement | 9 Comments

“I’m setting a good example by working at a job”

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Doug Nordman

I read an interesting forum thread about the conflicts between living life on your terms or meeting society’s expectations. When you reach financial independence and can choose whether or not to work for a paycheck, there may still be other … Continue reading →

Posted in Career, Financial Independence, Military Life & Family, What Do You DO All Day?!? | 6 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

I Tried 23andMe Genetic Testing & Here’s My Review

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Doug Nordman

Very long post today (3000 words) but you have the time to read it– and it’s worth reading. Especially if you’re interested in genetic testing. Here’s my 23andMe Genetic Testing Reviews. A genetics researcher and director of the National Institutes … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Life & Family, Reviews | 17 Comments

Geriatric Financial Management Update

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Doug Nordman

Along with FINCON12 I’ve visited my Dad and worked on his finances.  I’ll talk about how he’s doing now and then I’ll review the latest financial lessons. Alzheimer’s is relentless. Dad’s mid-stage symptoms are worse and his brain is losing … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Life & Family | 3 Comments