In these uncertain economic times, it’s natural to have doubts about your financial future. But the one thing you should never have to doubt is the ethical commitment of your financial advisor.
First Command District Advisor Chris Lee made a commitment to the United States military when he joined the Army nearly 30 years ago. Then, after an eight-year career in the Army where he attained the rank of captain and served as a military
When retired Lt. Col. Brian Birdwell helped present a First Command donation to the Warrior and Family Support Center (WFSC) at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio last November, his speech to a group of wounded warriors was delivered with an intimate
On Nov. 1, 2009 – just one day shy of the 45th anniversary of this death – Petty Officer Billy Carter Semones was finally given a proper memorial. Semones was 28 when he was lost at sea while serving aboard the submarine USS Henry Clay at the height
Journey magazine recently received a coveted Pearl Award from the Custom Publishing Council. Journey was honored with a “Best Use of Photography” award for the “Time Machines” story featured on the cover of the Spring 2009 issue. The annual Pearl
As many middle-class Americans struggle to improve their monthly savings habits, families of military professionals and federal employees have bucked the trend by significantly increasing the dollars they put away for the future.
Talking to children about finances can be a stressful and somewhat taboo topic, particularly during times of economic turmoil. At First Command, we are seeking to help parents open the lines of communication by sharing advice that our Financial
The president recently signed into law the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act (MSRRA), which among other things, provides that when a service member leaves his or her home state in accord with military or naval orders, the service member's spouse
Looking for a way to create tax-free income in retirement? The federal government has a great deal for you. For 2010 the Internal Revenue Service has lifted the $100,000 income limit on Roth IRA conversions, and it is allowing investors to pay the
Our government seems to run on a dizzying array of acronyms. Among others, you’re asked to decode terms like TSP, FEGLI and FEHB. For recently hired federal employees, the challenges of working for the nation’s largest employer can prove