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[quote=Anonymous]I retired in 2012 after 20 years. Staying 20 was the best thing I ever did. I earned both my bachelors and masters while on active duty. That said, yes, they have the crosshairs on the military retirement. If I were in now, I would not count on it being there for me 15 years down the road. Second, you need a degree. What field are you in? If it's IT, you need certifications as well as a degree. Third, the taxes will be higher. BAH and BAS are not taxed. And then factor in health care costs - you'll be paying several hundred dollars each month to have health insurance, plus co-pays for visits and prescriptions. Lastly, the economy sucks. It took me 6 months of looking to get a job - even with degrees and certifications and tons of experience. Good luck! [/quote]
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