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The last few weeks of your military career are hectic. And a retirement ceremony is just one more complication to deal with. Is it necessary or even worth the effort to do a retirement ceremony? #militarytransition #militaryfamily #militarycareer

As you prepare to retire from Army service, you’ll have many decisions to make. Let the Army Retirement Planning Guide help you navigate the process: https://lnkd.in/e84FR8q.   #SoldierForLife #USArmySFL #ArmyRetirement

Here's how to set the right expectations for military retirement.

Episode # 1_US Army Retirement/ETS/REFRAD Process Tips: -First Thing You Do Is Go to Finance!!! If you know someone who is starting the retirement, ETS, REFRAD process, please share. It’s 10 minute video but I made sure it was energetic and entertaining while I give my thoughts and recommendations for the first steps to do. My intent is to pass along information and lessons learned during my recent journey navigating through each phase. Thank you all who helped me successfully navigate this stressful process these past two years. You know who you are! The next episode is about attending the critically IMPORTANT Pre-Retirement Service Brief. PLEASE SHARE and COMMENTS below if you want to added and/or correct anything I may have misspoken. If this helps even one Soldier in the process, it’s worth it. #Veteran #Retirement #RetirementProcess #SoldierForLife #VeteransHelpingVeterans

The Moment I Realized It: My Journey to Medically Retirement Join me as I share the emotional journey of my medically retirement from the military. From the sudden realization to the overwhelming process of out processing, this video gives an honest account of my experience. #MedicallyRetired #MilitaryLife #JourneyToRetirement #EmotionalJourney #OutProcessing #LifeAfterService #RetirementProcess #MilitaryTransition #ChallengesOfRetirement #OvercomingObstacles

The Moment I Realized It: My Journey to Medically Retirement Join me as I share the emotional journey of my medically retirement from the military. From the sudden realization to the overwhelming process of out processing, this video gives an honest account of my experience. #MedicallyRetired #MilitaryLife #JourneyToRetirement #EmotionalJourney #OutProcessing #LifeAfterService #RetirementProcess #MilitaryTransition #ChallengesOfRetirement #OvercomingObstacles

💥You’re about to make the most money you’ve ever made.💥 Military retirees that decide to have an encore career can find themselves in a position making more than they ever have, and often it’s A LOT more. This usually puts you into the territory of leveling up your standard of living. While you intend to save a chunk for your “retirement retirement”, don’t forget to put a long-term plan in place that will sustain your newly found enhanced standard of living. Having a long-term plan is a key component in carrying the life you’ve built into your golden years.

As you get ready to leave active duty, your personal identity is about to change. What might surprise you is how easy it is for others to tell if you have adapted to this yet or not. And how important finding your new identity is for your continued success. #militarytransition #militaryretirement #personalgrowth

🎖️ Discover expert tips from a CFP® with real experience in military financial planning! Learn how to maximize your retirement and benefits today. ✨ Don't miss valuable advice from someone who's been there and done that! 💼 #MilitaryRetirement #FinancialPlanning #ExpertAdvice