Category Archives: Military Retirement

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

Lifestyles in Retirement: Cable TV Troubleshooting

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Doug Nordman

I’ve blogged before about how do-it-yourself home maintenance can accelerate your goal of financial independence. (See the related posts below.) Unfortunately, sometimes you have to put down your tools and seek professional help. My spouse watches a lot of HGTV and … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Retirement | 8 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

Reserve Military Pension for “Discharge” Instead of “Retired Awaiting Pay”

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Doug Nordman

“Am I eligible for a military retirement?” A reader writes: “I hope you can answer my question, or point me to more information. After more than 20 years in the Army National Guard, including a year of deployment in Iraq … Continue reading →

Posted in Military Retirement | 4 Comments