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A Million Dollar Book List | Books for Financial Independence

Taken as a whole, these books should increase your net worth by at least $1,000,000 over the course of your lifetime. This list of books would cost you about $150 to buy …

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Chase Sapphire Reserve vs Chase Sapphire Preferred

Long term, the Chase Sapphire Reserve is definitely the superior card. But you may want to open the Chase Sapphire Preferred first because the Sapphire Preferred often offers a higher welcome bonus …

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AAFMAA End of Year Review 2022

The following is a guest post from Jerry Quinn, Chief Operating Officer of the American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association. The new year is always a great time to set …

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The Military Money Manual hardcover book

Military Money Manual Book – Hardcover, Ebook, Audiobook, Paperback

This is the book I wish someone had handed me on my first day in the military. I consolidated everything I’ve learned about achieving financial independence in the military in …

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Form Letter to Reject Chase Arbitration Clause 2022

Chase Bank (now known as JPMorgan Chase Bank) is adding a “binding arbitration” clause into their terms and conditions for some credit cards. A new section titled Arbitration Agreement is …

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My Asset Allocation | Financial Independence Investment Portfolio

Here’s my actual investment portfolio. Lots of people will tell you what you should own without telling you what they own. I try to demonstrate how I think military servicemembers …

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How I Respond to the IRS Combat Zone Tax Letter (CP04)

For the past 5 years, I claimed CZTE or Combat Zone Tax Exclusion income on my tax returns. Every year after I file my taxes, I receive a CP04 Notice …

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American Express (AMEX) Platinum $100 Annual Saks Fifth Avenue Credit Products

How Long Does the Amex Platinum Saks Fifth Ave Credit Take to Post? 2-5 Days

The American Express Platinum Card® offers cardmembers a great benefit of a $100 annual credit at Saks Fifth Avenue Stores. Enrollment is required for this benefit. The credit is split …

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How I Make Money Online in the Military | Active Duty Online Side Hustles

I started this site in 2012 with the intent of making money online. I had just finished reading Tim Ferriss’ 4-Hour Work Week and knew that I needed to start …

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How Much Does an Air Force Pilot Make?

If you’re at the Academy, in ROTC, or considering applying for Officer Training School (OTS), it is common to wonder what you’ll make as an Air Force pilot. Military pay tables, …

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We have the best military credit cards and show you how to use them!

We have the best military credit cards and show you how to use them!

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