Nick Gilewitch - First Command Financial Advisor
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Coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security. CA LIC. #4006277 We see it differently. We help you plan for the life you want to live.
CA LIC. #4006277
We believe veterans didn't serve 20+ years to spend the next 20 dependent on another institution. The DoD civilian/contractor career lets you continue serving the mission while reclaiming what service cost you — sleeping in your own bed, being present for family, having purpose with boundaries. Many advisors treat this second career like any other job: maximize income, save for retirement, repeat. This chapter is your leverage point — the years when you're earning well, benefits are stacking, but you're finally home. The question isn't "how long do I have to do this?" It's "how do I use these years to build the independence that lets me eventually serve however I want — or stop entirely — on MY timeline, not someone else's?"
Clients I've worked with want three things their service cost them: time with family, freedom to serve causes they believe in, and the certainty they'll never feel like a burden. The military and civilian benefits they've earned are complex — but integrated correctly, they can be foundational for reclaiming their lives with more security than most civilian-only professionals can achieve. Pillar 1: Benefits Integration
We integrate military pension, TSP, VA benefits, and SBP decisions with civilian 401(k), deferred compensation, and benefits in ways designed to maximize the leverage point of your second career. This isn't just technical coordination — it's strategic optimization of what you've earned across both careers to accelerate your pursuit of financial security. Pillar 2: Family Financial Facilitation
We proactively facilitate the conversations veterans often avoid — talking with spouses about spending versus saving, involving adult children in legacy planning, ensuring your family understands and supports the independence plan. Financial planning isn't just numbers; it's ensuring everyone you love is aligned and protected. Pillar 3: Purpose-Driven Financial Deployment
We help you actually USE your independence — giving yourself permission to spend on what matters, deploying resources toward family and causes you believe in, and building portfolios that serve your purpose, not just maximize returns. You didn't serve for decades to hoard wealth in retirement. Periodically I post information regarding my employer First Command Financial Services and the social media usage guidelines that apply to First Command also apply to my pages. Please view them here: https://www.firstcommand.com/social-media-guidelines/
First Command Financial Services, Inc. and its related entities are not affiliated with, authorized to sell or represent on behalf of or otherwise endorsed by any federal employee benefits programs referenced, by the U.S. government, or the U.S. Armed Forces. TSP funds have very low administrative and investment expenses, and low expenses can have a positive effect on the rate of return of your investment.
09/26/2026
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we asked some of our team, "What aspect of your Hispanic heritage are you most proud of, and how has it influenced who you are today?"
Their stories celebrate the traditions, values, and pride that shape who they are.
Tap through to read their reflections. 💙
09/26/2026
🏈 Coaching Wins On and Off the Field
Campaign Tagline: "The principles that build winning football teams are often the same principles that help families build financial confidence."
Trust the Game Plan
One thing football has reinforced for me is that success doesn't happen on game day.
It happens during the preparation.
The film study. The practices. The adjustments. The countless small decisions that nobody sees.
Financial planning works much the same way.
Most people think financial confidence comes from a big investment win or perfect timing.
In reality, confidence is usually built through consistent habits, regular reviews, and sticking to a plan when distractions show up.
Championship teams don't wing it.
Neither should your future.
🏈 What's one goal you're working toward this season, on or off the field?
09/25/2026
There's something special about Friday nights.
The preparation is complete.
The game plan is in place.
Now it's time to trust the work.
One lesson football continues to teach is that confidence isn't built overnight.
It's earned through consistent effort over time.
The same applies to building financial security.
Small decisions. Repeated consistently. Over many years.
That's how winning seasons are built.
And that's how strong financial futures are built.
🏈 Have a great weekend and good luck to all the athletes, coaches, and families kicking off their season.
09/25/2026
You don't need to make perfect financial decisions.
You need to make consistent ones.
Small actions, repeated over years, often produce remarkable results.
Save consistently. Invest consistently. Review your goals consistently.
Success rarely comes from a single decision.
It comes from repeated good habits.
When preparing to leave the military, your VA disability claim may be top of mind. Life insurance may not be.
Understanding how these two areas intersect can help you evaluate your options and better prepare for your next chapter.
Watch our full video: https://bit.ly/4xPg8aH
09/25/2026
More than six decades of helping military families plan for the future, and we're just getting started. 💙
09/24/2026
One thing military service teaches us is perspective.
Success is important.
But so are: • Family • Health • Relationships • Purpose • Time
Never lose sight of why you're working toward your goals.
The destination matters, but so does the journey.
I love seeing the energy from our newest group of Financial Advisors as they begin this journey. It's rewarding work, and I can't wait to see the impact they'll make serving military families.
Curious about a career with First Command? https://bit.ly/4rzZ9Yf
09/22/2026
The goal of financial planning isn't simply building wealth.
It's building options.
Options to: ✅ Spend more time with family ✅ Travel ✅ Volunteer ✅ Pursue meaningful work ✅ Retire when you're ready
Financial independence creates freedom.
Freedom creates opportunity.
09/22/2026
First Command’s Sarasota, Florida team was proud to support the Coast Guard Chief Petty Officers Association's 2026 CCCAF Scholarship Program. Through scholarships that help students continue their education, the program invests in the future of Coast Guard families. We're honored to be part of that mission.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
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