Husband is thinking about leaving Army to become a police officer...q's for those married to a p.o.?
My dh is a Captain in the Army. I am a stay at home mom. We have two small children. He hates the idea of moving around every few years for the next 14 years (until he can retire) because he feels it will be hard on the kids. He also isn't really into what he is doing right now (office work/intelligence) and we hate the threat of year long deployments. Pro's to staying in: good salary (at least 20-30K) more than what he'd make as a cop, chance to live in Germany/Florida/Colorado other places we'd like to explore, able to retire after 20 years with pension/benefits, great medical coverage, not stressful to change careers/make less money, we'd feel more financially secure to be able to have the third child we'd like to have Pro's to being a cop: not having to move every few years, able to chose to live somewhere we'd like to stay and closer to family--ie Washington State, able to build friendships with people in our community a little better, would be good for my future career--nursing, no more deployments!!, not as many long hours (maybe??) I'd like some input from either police officers or wives/signifigant others of police officers!! Thank you so much, Nancy
Marriage & Divorce - 3 Answers
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my ex husband was in the navy and then got out to be a police officer. yes they have good benefits, pay isnt that good. they can work side jobs which pays alot more but that means he wouldnt be home as much. police officers have a high divorce rate. not saying it will happen to you. while my ex husband and i were married he made enough money to where i can stay home with our two kids.
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My husband is in the police academy right now and even though he hasn't started working yet, i think i would choose that over being in the Army and moving all the time. Especially with kids, you want them to be close to their grandparents and you can make solid friendships with people that will last a lot longer. I understand the travel part which does sound exciting. But for that i would just save money and take vacations to those places. I learned that you have to support him in whatever makes him happy. My DH was working a job that paid about 30% more than he will make as an officer but was no longer enjoying it. Even though him being a cop is not quite where i saw our lives going, its going to make him proud of himself and give him the excitement he desires.
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I know 2 cops and 2 detectives. Pros: tons of overtime = $$$ Cons: They will shag anything in a skirt while on duty. Their 'brotherhood' parties always lots of free tail at them.
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Friday, October 28, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
Can I still get a Dependend ID, even though I am over the age of 21? I am still in school (nursinf school)
Can I still get a Dependend ID, even though I am over the age of 21? I am still in school (nursinf school)?
Hey, My dad is retired USArmy and I have had an Depended ID that expired one day before my 21st birthday. Now I am 22 and am in nursing school. A friend of mine told me, that I still can have an ID until I finish school. Does anybody of y'all know if that's true? I am living in Germany and it would be cool to have an ID again to go onbase.
Military - 6 Answers
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Check with the ID section.
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You can get an ID up to 23 if you are enolled full-time. You will need a letter from t he school on their letterhead.
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At one time the age was extended to students until age 23...then it didn't mater student or not or when you get married.(If you marry a civilian at 16 you loose it unless you marry military.) There are a lot of rules about this. You should check with the financial aid dept. and if there is a Veteran's rep at your school. Usually they have up-to-date info for vets/vet families going to school.
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Possibly, however, your Sponsor needs to apply, and it's only good if you are a FULL TIME student (College Letterhead, and ID required), and it's only good until you are 23... soon, I'm guessing, so, it may not be worth it.
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as long as you are still a legal dependent of your father( as in, he declares you on his taxes) and are a full time college student, you can have an ID until you are 23.
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Have you dad take you out to the ID card section with proof of your being a full-time student. You are still eligible.
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Hey, My dad is retired USArmy and I have had an Depended ID that expired one day before my 21st birthday. Now I am 22 and am in nursing school. A friend of mine told me, that I still can have an ID until I finish school. Does anybody of y'all know if that's true? I am living in Germany and it would be cool to have an ID again to go onbase.
Military - 6 Answers
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Check with the ID section.
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You can get an ID up to 23 if you are enolled full-time. You will need a letter from t he school on their letterhead.
3 :
At one time the age was extended to students until age 23...then it didn't mater student or not or when you get married.(If you marry a civilian at 16 you loose it unless you marry military.) There are a lot of rules about this. You should check with the financial aid dept. and if there is a Veteran's rep at your school. Usually they have up-to-date info for vets/vet families going to school.
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Possibly, however, your Sponsor needs to apply, and it's only good if you are a FULL TIME student (College Letterhead, and ID required), and it's only good until you are 23... soon, I'm guessing, so, it may not be worth it.
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as long as you are still a legal dependent of your father( as in, he declares you on his taxes) and are a full time college student, you can have an ID until you are 23.
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Have you dad take you out to the ID card section with proof of your being a full-time student. You are still eligible.
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Friday, October 7, 2011
Cologne and/or other German Natives...Jobs in Cologne
Cologne and/or other German Natives...Jobs in Cologne?
Hello there! I am going to try to make a list and chart of the costs of living in a small apartment in Cologne, Germany, with a dog and also attending college. Do you think I could afford 800 euro a month with any of the following jobs? I know that the cost of the apartment will vary with the landlord. But please give me a ballpark (estimate) of how much I would make working these jobs: 1. Working as a cashier at a local supermarket 2. Working at a gas station 3. Tutoring English maybe once or twice a week.- is $25 a lesson enough to charge, also considering I will be a student in college? 4. Cleaning houses Any other job suggestions would be so appreciated! Please keep in mind I have to attend college. I do not know how long that will be each day. I am considering going to get a major in nursing and a minor in teaching. I also have to provide for my boxer, and I need an apartment with a backyard. Also, any websites with apartments for rent in Cologne would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your time! Thank you for your answers. I am a U.S. citizen. I appreciate your answers, thanks again.
North Rhine-Westphalia - 2 Answers
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You should have added you citizenship. Unless you are an EU citizen you will need to apply for a visa ( Student or work ) if you apply for a student visa be aware you will have to prove sufficient funds and language skills and you will be allowed to work part time only ( that means you will not be able to live on the job ) Also in case you are no EU citizen and intend to come to Germany for work be aware for the kind of jobs you intend to do it is close to impossible to get a visa. Every employer who is hiring you would need to prove there was no German or other EU citizen who could do the job or wanted it. To be a teacher in Germany requires you to have a degree as teacher and at public schools ( more than 90 % of schools ) to be either a German citizen or a long term resident ( 8 years +) since teachers at public schools are civil servants. To work freelance would be an alternative but be aware oh high and very complicated tax system. Most freelancers have to hire a professional ( Steuerberater) to file their taxes. Sorry to sound a bit disappointing and good luck anyway
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Tarifinformation: http://www.boeckler.de/550.html http://www.immobilienscout24.de/Suche/S-20T/Wohnung-Miete/Nordrhein-Westfalen/Koeln?ftc=1100010524&kw=mietwohnung%20k%C3%B6ln
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Hello there! I am going to try to make a list and chart of the costs of living in a small apartment in Cologne, Germany, with a dog and also attending college. Do you think I could afford 800 euro a month with any of the following jobs? I know that the cost of the apartment will vary with the landlord. But please give me a ballpark (estimate) of how much I would make working these jobs: 1. Working as a cashier at a local supermarket 2. Working at a gas station 3. Tutoring English maybe once or twice a week.- is $25 a lesson enough to charge, also considering I will be a student in college? 4. Cleaning houses Any other job suggestions would be so appreciated! Please keep in mind I have to attend college. I do not know how long that will be each day. I am considering going to get a major in nursing and a minor in teaching. I also have to provide for my boxer, and I need an apartment with a backyard. Also, any websites with apartments for rent in Cologne would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your time! Thank you for your answers. I am a U.S. citizen. I appreciate your answers, thanks again.
North Rhine-Westphalia - 2 Answers
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You should have added you citizenship. Unless you are an EU citizen you will need to apply for a visa ( Student or work ) if you apply for a student visa be aware you will have to prove sufficient funds and language skills and you will be allowed to work part time only ( that means you will not be able to live on the job ) Also in case you are no EU citizen and intend to come to Germany for work be aware for the kind of jobs you intend to do it is close to impossible to get a visa. Every employer who is hiring you would need to prove there was no German or other EU citizen who could do the job or wanted it. To be a teacher in Germany requires you to have a degree as teacher and at public schools ( more than 90 % of schools ) to be either a German citizen or a long term resident ( 8 years +) since teachers at public schools are civil servants. To work freelance would be an alternative but be aware oh high and very complicated tax system. Most freelancers have to hire a professional ( Steuerberater) to file their taxes. Sorry to sound a bit disappointing and good luck anyway
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Tarifinformation: http://www.boeckler.de/550.html http://www.immobilienscout24.de/Suche/S-20T/Wohnung-Miete/Nordrhein-Westfalen/Koeln?ftc=1100010524&kw=mietwohnung%20k%C3%B6ln
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Saturday, October 1, 2011
Cologne and/or other German Natives...Jobs in Cologne Questions
Cologne and/or other German Natives...Jobs in Cologne Questions?
Hello there! I am going to try to make a list and chart of the costs of living in a small apartment in Cologne, Germany, with a dog and also attending college. Do you think I could afford 800 euro a month with any of the following jobs? I know that the cost of the apartment will vary with the landlord. But please give me a ballpark (estimate) of how much I would make working these jobs: 1. Working as a cashier at a local supermarket 2. Working at a gas station 3. Tutoring English maybe once or twice a week.- is $25 a lesson enough to charge, also considering I will be a student in college? 4. Cleaning houses Any other job suggestions would be so appreciated! Please keep in mind I have to attend college. I do not know how long that will be each day. I am considering going to get a major in nursing and a minor in teaching. I also have to provide for my boxer, and I need an apartment with a backyard. Also, any websites with apartments for rent in Cologne would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your time!
Cologne - 1 Answers
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First of all be aware unless you are EU citizen you will need a work visa and for the kind of jobs you suggest it is impossible to get that . If you are an EU citizen ( UK ? ) just check out the website of Arbeitsagentur a part is even available in English That is the official site every job which is offered has to be announced on there. In case you work as a freelance tutor be aware you need to pay taxes !!!
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Hello there! I am going to try to make a list and chart of the costs of living in a small apartment in Cologne, Germany, with a dog and also attending college. Do you think I could afford 800 euro a month with any of the following jobs? I know that the cost of the apartment will vary with the landlord. But please give me a ballpark (estimate) of how much I would make working these jobs: 1. Working as a cashier at a local supermarket 2. Working at a gas station 3. Tutoring English maybe once or twice a week.- is $25 a lesson enough to charge, also considering I will be a student in college? 4. Cleaning houses Any other job suggestions would be so appreciated! Please keep in mind I have to attend college. I do not know how long that will be each day. I am considering going to get a major in nursing and a minor in teaching. I also have to provide for my boxer, and I need an apartment with a backyard. Also, any websites with apartments for rent in Cologne would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your time!
Cologne - 1 Answers
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First of all be aware unless you are EU citizen you will need a work visa and for the kind of jobs you suggest it is impossible to get that . If you are an EU citizen ( UK ? ) just check out the website of Arbeitsagentur a part is even available in English That is the official site every job which is offered has to be announced on there. In case you work as a freelance tutor be aware you need to pay taxes !!!
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