Category Archives: Reviews

Book review: 1001 Things to Love About Military Life

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Doug Nordman

Yeah, I know, you’re skeptical, especially if you’re on active duty.  1001 things?!?  I’ll bet you can’t even come up with 10. Luckily this isn’t a retention pitch– it’s a book title. Tara Crooks (co-founder of ArmyWifeNetwork.com and producer of … Continue reading →

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Book review: Stop Acting Rich

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Doug Nordman

        I’ve been a Dr. Stanley fan since “The Millionaire Next Door” in 1996  . He’s made an entire career out of studying the lifestyles and buying habits of the rich and the not-so-rich. Thanks to his … Continue reading →

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Book Review: “Get Rich Click!”

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Doug Nordman

A few months ago I was offered a chance to moderate a tiny part of the Dollar Stretcher community in Military Family Finances.  I highly recommend Dollar Stretcher’s weekly e-mail, and their website is a treasure trove of personal financial … Continue reading →

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Book review: Eric Tyson’s “Personal Finance in Your 20s For Dummies”

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Doug Nordman

      “When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.”— ancient proverb. Whether you’re just starting out in college, in the military, or moving to a civilian career, there are thousands of books to advise you on every … Continue reading →

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Book review: The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Social Security and Medicare

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Doug Nordman

I didn’t expect to be reading a book like this for at least another decade, let alone writing a review of it. I’m no less than 12 years away from Social Security and nearly 15 years away from Medicare. I … Continue reading →

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