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Scenario

When civilian salary doesn't match military compensation for veterans

I made more money deployed to Afghanistan than I do at this civilian job and every day I wonder if I should re-enlist just to pay my mortgage.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Financial regression forces consideration of returning to a situation that was emotionally or physically harmful but economically superior.

Your guide for this
Aurelius
Aurelius works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Military — Veterans Career Transition?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.