Tag: Military Life
Can the Military Elevate You to the Middle Class?
The middle class is under attack, and soon no remnants will be left. There are a few reasons why this is happening, mainly increased college costs, the price of housing, out-of-control healthcare expenses, and lack of financial education. America had a good run for its middle class—when workers had pensions for staying with a company…
Active Service, Passive Income
I think most of us joined the military for action and adventure. We heard that we could travel to all sorts of remote countries and exciting locales. And, after 22 years, I can say that I have traveled to my hearts’ content. But, how many of us joined for the chance to be a Passive…
Military Success 105: Financial Fitness
Now, for the moment I have been waiting for—I am writing the article that I wish I read before I joined the military. When I joined the Marine Corps in 1999, I had no concept of money. I didn’t know the value of reinvesting your money to make more money. In fact, it took me…
Military Success 104: Family Fitness
Thus far, we have covered many diverse topics throughout the military success series; physical fitness in 101, mental fitness in 102, and educational fitness in 103. Now, I want to talk about something we rarely discuss before joining the military, family fitness. That’s right; family is one of the most important aspects of having a…
Use the Military as Your Wealth Generator
I have talked a lot recently about wealth generators. It started with “Use Real Estate as Your Wealth Generator” and then “Cash Flow 103: Choose Your Wealth Generator.” As I reflect on why I am still in the military after 22 years, I realized that the Marine Corps was my wealth generator. Also, check out…
Is Doing 20+ Years in the Military Right for You?
Let me start by saying this: I believe every able-bodied young person in American should serve at least 4 years in the US Military. The tangibles and intangibles of serving will provide a solid foundation and will last a lifetime. Some of the tangibles are learning a skill, travel, and getting access to both the…
How much I make in the Military after 21 years
First, I want to say that my paycheck has come a long way since June 1999. I remember getting my first paycheck and it was like $400. Over the years, the government has attempted to close the gap between the civilian sector and the military. Let’s take a look at my total compensation page and…
Top 10 military benefits in 2020
As always, the best benefits of joining the US Military are loyalty, devotion to duty, and serving your Country. Those are the constant intangible benefits of joining. This list will focus on the tangible benefits (things that you can see). 1 Stability: 2020 is a hard year for the working class. Jobs are being shed…
Should you join the military for travel?
Yes. Yes. And more Yes. I joined the military in 1999. At the time, I had never been on an airplane before. I joined from San Diego, and my boot camp was in San Diego, so they but me on a bus to Marine Corps Recruit Depot. After advanced infantry training in Camp Pendleton, Ca,…
Should you go Officer or Enlisted?
It all comes down to personal preference. You will make a lot more money as an officer, but you will be in a completely different society than enlisted. If you envision yourself as a person of the people, that enjoys hanging out with the team as you work, and more of a relaxed individual, enlisted…
Can you invest on a military salary?
Yes. Yes. Yes. The military is the best place to invest. You are given extra money for housing and food or it is provided. Your paycheck is steady and you can have allotments send money straight to various accounts. Here are some tips to get you started. Buy an inexpensive car. Expensive cars will not…
