MILMO Show

Starting a non-profit after military service is an option some aren't aware of. Creating your own non-profit to do the work you love and to help others is an opportunity you can take if you prepare. My guest, Mike Steadman, the Founder & CEO of IRONBOUND Boxing & Education, did just that. Mike, a three-time National Collegiate Boxing Champion from the United States Naval Academy and Marine Corps I...

Not everyone is content to live off of service member's pay alone. Military spouses want to make money and many service members want to make additional income. People want a better quality of life and are willing to do the work to make more money but how do you do it? A growing path to earn money anywhere, anytime is by becoming a virtual assistant or a VA. Mary Elaine Baker knows how to make lots...

Figuring out what you want to be after you retire or separate from the military is a big decision. Or figuring out a career that works well with military life can be a challenge for spouses. If you're going to work as a financial professional, there's a lot to do and know before starting that career path.  Certified Financial Planners and military veterans Forrest Baumhover and Daniel Kopp are on...

It's encore time. For USAA members, the transfer of investment products to Charles Schwab was something that we had to get used to. It was new. Well, it's been a year since the transfer so today I'm doing an encore airing of my show with Danielle Munoz from Charles Schwab on the benefits members receive at Schwab. Danielle covers a lot of valuable info in this show. Be sure to check out the show n...

It's hard to believe but it's been a year since USAA transferred their brokerage accounts to Charles Schwab. In honor of the anniversary, I'm doing an encore presentation of my interview with Mary Stork from USAA. Be sure to check out the show notes with newly updated resources. I'll have more information on Schwab stock slices and the free financial plan you are eligible for as a Schwab client.

Money conversation can be hard to start. It's a talk that a lot of people would rather avoid. Especially when money's tight. They can be stressful and lead to fights in a marriage. So you can see why it's not top of the list for most people. But it's something that has to be done. Paul Roberts is a Charles Schwab Financial Consultant - Member Relationship Advisor. He is a Certified Financial Plann...

Tax time comes every year but somehow, most people aren't ready for it. I guess when you only do something once a year, you get a little rusty. Wouldn't it be easier if we prepare all year, instead? My guest, Paul Allen, is helping us prepare for tax season all year. Paul retired from the Navy after 24 years of service, eight years as an enlisted nuclear reactor operator, and 16 years as an Intell...

Debt is something that many have but don't want. It causes financial stress and takes away from your financial freedom. But how do you eliminate debt? Neslie Ethridge understands the stress of debt. He experienced moving every two years with his young military family, racking up debt along the way. He juggled multiple bank accounts, often postdating personal checks to make ends meet. His financial...

Separating or retiring from the military is a big deal. Planning and preparation should be given to leaving the military so you make informed decisions about things that can have lasting financial impacts. Looking at your pension and benefits together can help you make the best decision for you and your unique circumstances. Kit Lancaster is an Army Veteran and Certified Financial Planner. He's th...

Military Appreciation Month is the Super Bowl for the military community. There's a lot of coverage and fanfare. It's only missing the commercials. It's the entire month of May and is designated to the U.S. Armed Forces. I hope that some of the resources I'm going to share can help you treat yourself this month and celebrate all that you do. Here's a roundup of the perks for Military Appreciation...

You can make a ton of money with websites. But how do you do it? How do you get started? What are the things you should do? And what should you avoid doing? Where should you spend you money to get started? Lena Gott is here to give us all the ins and outs and of making money with websites. Lena is a friend and fellow blogger. She's the person I go to when I have business questions. Lena is the fou...

Habits, we've all got them but are they good ones or bad ones. If you didn't guess it, it's important to build good habits, the ones that help you build wealth and financial freedom. My guest is an expert in habits. More specifically, he's an expert in rich and poor habits. Tom Corley is an internationally recognized authority on habits. His inspiring keynote addresses cover success habits of self...

Security clearances are serious business in the military—most service members need one to perform their job. And if you can't get one or keep one, you could lose your job in the military. In that case, it means a reclass or, in some cases, being put out of the military. Personal finances are one of the guidelines in the adjudication process to obtain a clearance. Delicia Carswell is the founder of...

Financial freedom is achievable. We all want it but how do we get it? As you hear me say financial freedom is achievable, you may be sitting somewhere in the middle east or packing up your house for another PCS thinking there's no way I can have financial freedom. Well, I'm here to tell you you're wrong. It's possible for you to make money beyond your imagination but to make it happen, you have to...

Service members, military spouses, and veterans can make money selling products and services online. But how do you get set up to selling in a way that's PCS-proof? Entrepreneurship in the military community has been kicked into high speed. After decades of struggling with un and underemployment, military spouses are taking control of their careers and earning power by becoming entrepreneurs. I kn...

Saving money is the foundation of financial success. Having money set aside for emergencies and opportunities is essential in your money management tool belt. Lila Quintiliani is here to talk about all things money-saving in the military community. Lila is an Active Duty Army spouse, veteran, mom of two, and the Military Saves Senior Program Manager. Previously she worked as a Personal Financial C...

If we aren't mindful of them, finances can get us frazzled! If somethings off with your money, you probably already know it. You know you have to do something but what is that something? Where do you start? My guest, Eric Brotman is here to help us know where to go first with a little financial triage. Eric is a CFP with over 27 years of experience and the CEO of BFG Financial Advisors. He believe...

We all have a history and they are many people in our lives that play a part in it. My family plays a big part in mine. That's why I'm excited to share my guest with you today. It's my Grandmother. I sat down with my Grandma to talk about some of her family history. We chat about what it was like to grow up in the depression in a small town, her first job, bank accounts, and the day she found out...

Life is a balancing act. We all have priorities, hopes and dreams, financial responsibilities, and family. Sometimes these can be out of sync and we can end up doing work that doesn't fulfill us. Many military spouses put up with work they don't like for little money because of limited options. Many veterans struggle to find work after the military that they can earn a living at and enjoy. But wha...

Most military service members and their families at some point have interacted with or worked alongside Federal Government Employees. Have you ever wondered how their benefits compare to yours or even how to join the Civil Service ranks? Did you know that they also have TSP? My guest, Sam, is here to talk to me about financial life as a government employee and share some tips on gaining federal em...

It can be overwhelming when trying to take charge and make some positive changes in your life. Just taking that first step can be daunting. I have some good news, you can always start small.  My guest, Dan Mangena built a four-step system called the Beyond Intention Paradigm after exper iencing life-shattering trauma. Through his own struggles, Dan found a path to lasting joy and purpose and he wa...

Do you have every financial move you make memorized—me either? That would be hard. I need a system to keep all of our financial ducks in a row. We need to know what is coming in every month and what is going out. Not to mention if I heel over tomorrow, I need my hubby to pick up where I left off. Spreadsheets are one of the ways you can do that. But if you're like me, sometimes complicated spreads...

The way your story begins doesn't mean that's your whole story. Personal finances is a journey we all start in different places. The actions you take along the way are you writing the story. My guest, Maricela Soberanes' story started as financial survival in Mexico. She is one of nine siblings raised by a single mom in Mexico City. Her mother and older siblings struggled to provide the essentials...

You need good money management & budgeting to build wealth, but that doesn't mean it has to be boring. Gamification is a unique way to manage money & add some fun. My guest, Brandon Childers, is a fellow veteran and an expert in Gamified Resource Management, and a dedicated advocate to the veteran Community. He served in the Marines as a Huey Crew Chief for five years, including a deployment to Af...

If you've read the news or been online at all, you know something's up with GameStop. You may be asking yourself why is everyone all worked up about their stock and what the heck Robinhood has to do with it. Or you could be asking what the heck is Robinhood even is. Well, we're going to break it all down for you. My guest, Andy Wang is a Managing Partner at Runnymede Capital Management and host of...