Episodes
$14,000 Profit to PCS Yourself?! | Jamie's Personally Procured Move (…
In this episode, Jamie transparently shows how he profited over $14,000 from his last PCS by doing a full PPM (Personally Procured Move). The government will pay you 100% of the amount they would pay a contractor to ship your...
PCS Pet Reimbursement | Up to $2,000 for Your Dog or Cat | Military P…
The DoD now allows up to $500 for a CONUS move and up to $2,000 for an OCONUS move for one pet per household. This benefit begins for any PCS effective dates of 1 January 2024 or later. We discuss exceptions, mil-to-mil benef...
Credit Card Tracking App Travel Freely with Founder Zac Hood: Gratefu…
Today, Spencer talks with Zac Hood, founder of TravelFreely.com and CashFreely.net and their amazing apps that are free! We personally use these apps to find the best offers on cash-back credit cards and travel cards. Zach's ...
MilTax: Free Tax Prep for Military w/ Military One Source | Tax Plann…
It's tax season! Start collecting your 1099s, W-2s, and charitable donations. Whether you do your own taxes or not, you'll need all the documentation ready to go. Most military families should be able to do their own taxes vi...
Top 3 Things To Do for Your Financial Situation This Year | Money Goa…
Are you stressed about money? Do you have a lot of debt? What are you general feelings about money and your future? In this episode we cover the top 3 things to do with your money this year. No, there's no gimmicks or get-ric...
Military Financial Advisors Assocation (MFAA) | How to Find a Good Fi…
What is the MFAA or who is it? How do I find a good financial advisor who has my best interests in mind and understand the uniqueness of military families' finances? When is the right time to see a Cerified Financial Planner?...
Ramit Sethi's 10 Money Rules | How Do They Apply to Military Families…
Can you boil down all the best financial advice into a perfect list of 10 items that all work for our military listeners? Ramit Sethi's book "I Will Teach You to be Rich" is one that we reference often. In this episode, we re...
3 Things Great Marriages Do with Money | Research-Backed Principles t…
Managing day to day finances, having little to no debt, and controlling spending are three of the top ways for couples to build wealth together. Today Spencer and Jamie are talking about a paper entitled "Financial Management...
2024 TSP Contribution Strategy and Limits | BRS Matching Contribution…
What percent should you contribute each month to your TSP in 2024? If you are under the Blended Retirement System (BRS), you want to make sure that you contribute at least 5% every month and don't max out your TSP too early. ...
Andy Hill, Marriage Kids and Money: Building Generational Wealth, Hea…
Learn about generational wealth, Coast FIRE, saving for your kids' future, and learning to enjoy life after years of frugal living, in this episode with Andy Hill from marriagekidsandmoney.com , live from FINCON 2023 in New O...
Confident TSP Investing Course: How to Invest in Your TSP
Our new course is out! The Confident TSP Investing Course is on SALE now at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp . Listen to the episode for special promo code for $50 off through the end of 2023! Plus for every course sold, we'll don...
American Airlines Credit Cards by Citi | Airline Credit Cards Series …
If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spen...
Southwest Credit Cards by Chase | Airline Credit Card Series 3/4 #102
If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spen...
United Airlines Credit Cards | Airline Credit Cards 2/4 #101
Show notes can be found at militarymoneymanual.com/ep101 If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If yo...
TSP for Beginners: Navigating Your First 2 Years #100
Episode 100! Big thank you to all of the listeners and supporters of the podcast! In this episode, Spencer and Jamie go on a journey through the first two years with a Thrift Savings Plan or TSP. If you are new to the militar...
Delta SkyMiles Amex Cards | Airline Credit Cards 1/4 #99
Will airline credit cards give you the best benefits and point value? In this episode, Spencer and Jamie begin their Airline Credit Card Series with a review of the Delta SkyMiles American Express Card. Show notes can be foun...
TSP Loan to Pay Off Credit Card Debt | Good Idea? #98
In this episode, Spencer and Jamie answer a listener question about taking out a TSP (Thrift Savings Plan) loan to pay of debt. Show notes can be found at militarymoneymanual.com/ep98 If you have a question you would like us ...
Why the Amex Gold Card is One of My Most Used Cards - Welcome Offers,…
In this episode, Jamie discusses why the Amex Gold card is one of his most used cards. Find out about the current welcome offer, earning categories, other benefits, and how you can get this card for free! Note: As of October ...
The Enlisted Money Guy, Brandon Lovingier - Money Mistakes, Combattin…
In this episode, Jamie is joined by The Enlisted Money Guy, Brandon Lovingier from EnlistedMoney.com to discuss the financial differences between enlisted service members and officers, combatting the desire to spend, and what...
Government Shutdown Military Pay: 3 Things to Do Now #95
Spencer Reese from militarymoneymanual.com and Jamie talk about the potential federal government shutdown in 2023 and what military servicemembers and families can do to protect their paychecks. Don't panic You will be back p...
My Review of the Mandatory Financial Literacy Training for Military M…
In this episode, Jamie goes solo to give his review of the latest mandatory financial literacy course he received through the Air Force. Shownotes can be found at militarymoneymanual.com/ep94 If you have a question you would ...
Invest Re-enlistment Bonus in TSP + Does BRS Have a Military Pension?…
Spencer from militarymoneymanual.com tackles two questions from an active duty Army E-6: Is it a good idea to invest $18,000 of my $50,000 reenlistment bonus into the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)? If I'm in the Blended Retiremen...
Dreams, Goal Setting, Moving the Finish Line, & Leaving the Military …
Spencer from militarymoneymanual.com and Jamie discuss defining/re-defining the "finish line", the benefits of dreaming about what you want your future to look like after reaching Financial Independence and retirement, and se...
Kate Horrell on Military Checklists for Retirement, Separation, & Lif…
Your Military Family's Confidently Prepared™ Life Binder: https://www.katehorrell.com/confidently-prepared-life-binder/ Retirement checklist: https://www.katehorrell.com/military-retirement-checklist/ Separation checklist: ht...