Category Archives: Military Life & Family

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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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Forensic Geriatric Finances

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Doug Nordman

Today’s post revisits the subject of caring for the financial independence of your loved ones. There’s nothing here about military retirement, but I’m very glad that our aggressive savings and low-cost lifestyle have enabled us to retire from military service … Continue reading →

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Geriatric financial lessons learned

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Doug Nordman

  [Note:  Dad passed away on 18 November 2017 from end-stage Alzheimer’s.  This post is about my experiences with his care.]   I’m finally my Dad’s conservator. For first-time readers, let’s back up a bit on why this was necessary. … Continue reading →

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