Military Money Guide

You work hard serving your country. Let your military money work hard for you.In this practical guide, Air Force veteran Spencer C. Reese, founder of the popular personal finance site MilitaryMoneyManual.com, offers invaluable tips and tricks to help service members reach financial independence.A must-read for any service member, this comprehensive personal finance book covers the fundamentals of saving money while serving and how to take advantage of the unique financial perks available to military members.Reese offers invaluable advice on topics such as how to:- Budget, save money and build wealth while serving- Take advantage of unique perks available only to service members- Get fee waivers on high-end credit cards to earn money and points for travel- Use tax-deferred savings plans- Investing and planning for the future- Financial self disciplineThis practical financial roadmap is for service members of all ranks, branches and income levels. Whether you're a new cadet, active duty or reserve, this financial guidebook is essential reading to gain more control over your finances.With a down to earth tone and easy to understand language, The Military Money Manual shows readers that yes, it IS possible to reach financial freedom while serving in the military.

Complete reference to all types of pay. allowances, bonuses, and specialty pays available to officer and enlisted personnel in all branches.

You don't have to pursue another career in government or the corporate world once you leave the military. Indeed, if you understand your key military benefits as well as fine-tune your finances, you should be able to chart a new arid exciting post-military life! That's the central message running throughout this revealing book for servicemembers, veterans, and their families who want to become financially independent prior to committing themselves to full-time retirement and plan accordingly. Semi-retired at age 41 and enjoying life with his family on the beaches of Hawaii, the author outlines how military personnel can become happily semi-retired regardless of their age. Emphasizing the importance of family, lifestyle, and bridge careers, Doug Nordman goes a long Way in providing answers to one of today's most important questions for transitioning military - ôWhat do you want to do with the rest of your life?ö Dispelling numerous myths about military transition, finances, and retirement. He focuses on the two most important inflation-protected benefits military retirees and their families receive and can build upon for creating a financially independent and semi-retired lifestyle: military pension TRICARE health system He shows how to build a sound financial house based upon: military benefits investment portfolios part-time work savings bridge careers frugal living Filled with examples checklists, recommended websites, and a rich collection of appendices that deal with inflation, multiple income streams, and the value of a military, pension, this ground-breaking book is essential reading for anyone contemplating retiring from the military or jump-starting their post-military career in the direction of semi-retirement and/or full-time retirement Book jacket.

A reference to various types of pay, allowances, bonuses, and speciality pays available to officer and enlisted personnel in various branches.

This is not your average personal finance book... When you complete The Servicemember's Financial Planning Guide you will have a clear personal intent, a detailed description of your desired end state and the cost associated with living your ideal life, an operational approach to move you from your current operational environment to your end state, and an executable operation-including tasks and timeline-that you can successfully complete within the next 12 months.

Military Millionaire Tactics is essential reading for military service members who want to get a grip on their finances. This accessible guide offers straightforward financial solutions for the unique economic challenges and stressors that service members experience.

A Military Spouse Finance Guide: Financial Advice for the Homefront provides real-world information and easy-to-implement solutions for those who want to effectively manage their family's finances. With tips and examples that can be used throughout a person's military and civilian life, the Military Spouse Finance Guide is a comprehensive look at how to control your money, rather than having your money control you. Some of the topics covered include: Budgeting The different forms of borrowing Types of lending to avoid How to manage holiday spending Deployment and PCS financial issues Taxes Retirement And more! With contributions from Command Sergeant Major Roger Stradley, U.S. Army (retired)-founder of USA Cares-and Sylvia Kidd, Director, Family Programs, The Association of the United States Army, this guide can help your family reach your financial goals. For more financial education information please visit: www.PioneerServices.com

Complete information and advice on personal finances How to prosper on a military salary and practical tips on investing your money, buying a car, buying a house, paying your taxes, and more Ideal for service financial management assistance offices Revised and updated for today's military, this comprehensive guide covers all key financial decisions from choosing checking accounts and using credit cards to deciding whether to rent or buy a home and choosing an insurance policy. In light of the realities of the war on terror, special attention is paid to managing your finances while deployed. Military personnel of all services and ranks will benefit from the advice given in this crisply written book. Each topic is covered in a thorough, logical, and easy-to-read manner.