First Command was founded in 1958 by a retired military officer who was passionate about helping service members and their families strengthen their financial security. Today, more than four out of five of our Financial Advisors are veterans or military spouses who are not only well versed in military pay and benefits, but intimately familiar with the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in military life. Their knowledge, experience and understanding are essential to their role as personal financial coaches to our nation’s military families.

• Helping set specific and meaningful goals that are aligned with their values
• Providing them with a comprehensive, personalized plan for effectively pursuing their goals
• Encouraging and motivating them to adopt and consistently practice the productive financial behaviors
• Making strategic adjustments in their plan as their circumstances and goals evolve over time