Media & speaking
In the Media
& On Stage.
Conversations about money, military life, and what comes next. Explore podcast interviews, published contributions, and conference speaking with Dedrick Curtis.
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More Personal Than Finance: Helping Veterans Build Financial Resilience
A conversation with AFCPE about financial counseling, financial planning, and the realities facing veterans, military families, and caregivers.
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Transition and Education with Post 9-11 GI Bill Benefits
Joining Ian and Andia Dinesen to discuss using education benefits, making informed choices, and avoiding common pitfalls during military transition.
Watch the episode →Articles by Dedrick.
Financial planning perspectives written by Dedrick Curtis and published by the Military Financial Advisors Association (MFAA).
Serving Out Loud: Why LGBTQ+ Military Financial Planning Looks a Little Different
Planning considerations for LGBTQ+ military households, including emergency reserves, family-building costs, and keeping benefits and legal documents aligned with your wishes.
Read on MFAA →Scrubs and Student Loans: Financial Planning for Military Medical Professionals
A look at the financial decisions facing military medical professionals, from student loans and special pays to taxes and the transition to civilian practice.
Read on MFAA →Features & expert commentary.
Fall 2026 Retirement Guide: Avoid These Tax Traps
Dedrick contributes perspective on military retirement income and tax planning in Lila Quintiliani’s article, published by MOAA and in the September 2026 issue of Military Officer magazine.
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Navy vet helps service members prep for post-military finances
Crystal Kupper profiles Dedrick’s journey from Navy veteran to financial planner and his perspective on preparing financially for civilian life.
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Selected conference presentations from 2023 through 2025. Presentation recordings are not publicly available.
AFCPE Symposium
- 2025
- Best That Test!
- 2024
- Stand Out!
- 2023
- The Exciting World of Military Financial Careers
No public recording available.
MilMoneyCon
- 2025
- Best That Test!
- Beyond the Basics: Strategic GI Bill Planning for Financial Professionals
- 2024
- Stand Out!
- 2023
- The Exciting World of Military Financial Careers
No public recording available.
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Dedrick Curtis, CFP®, ChFC®, AFC®, is a Navy veteran, Army spouse, and founder of Penny Earned Financial. His work connects financial counseling, comprehensive planning, and the real decisions military families face.
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