Air Force veteran investing for financial independence by age 40.
Here is a PDF and PowerPoint briefing for basic financial concepts and topics for military servicemembers. This brief useful for introducing concepts to new soldiers, sailors, airmen, guardians, and marines …
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) offers a unique, low cost, tax advantaged, diversified, and automatic investment opportunity to US government employees and military personnel. Since I’m active duty Air Force, …
The Chase Starbucks Rewards Visa Card annual fee of $49 is waived for US military servicemembers and their spouses. Currently the Starbucks credit card is offering a large welcome bonus …
The new DoD Dine Smart program from Dinova allows you to earn points when you spend money at restaurants with your Government Travel Card (GTC). You can sign up for …
The Military Money Manual Podcast covers military personal finance, TSP Investing, military credit cards, traveling on points and miles, and lots more. Your co-hosts Spencer Reese and Jamie explain the …
What is the absolute “minimum viable lifestyle” you are willing to live? What could you cut from your life and not miss much, if at all? The “minimum viable” idea …
The payroll tax deferral for military servicemembers starts with the 15 September 2020 mid-month pay. It will continue until 31 December 2020. In summary, the payroll tax deferral will delay …
Early December 2018 I flew my first Emirates business class from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Casablanca, Morocco. On the return trip I was in economy. Details:Emirates Airlines EK751Dubai (DXB) …
Budget a realistic amount for rent, food, transportation, and other expenses Open a checking and savings account. USAA, Navy Federal, PenFed are popular among military servicemembers. Any bank you choose …
The Verizon military discount is 15% for a standard plan or up to $25 off per account on the unlimited plans. Saving money in the military is one of the …