Andrew Alves joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in July 2025, following a 5-year career in the United States USMC, where he attained the rank of SGT. Andrew understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away. Andrew holds... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - Andrew Alves

Are you looking for a qualified, professional accountant to help you straighten out your finances? Robert L. Buck, CPA is here for you. We are conveniently located in Jacksonville, NC across from Coastal Carolina Community College. We've proudly served Eastern North Carolina since 1974 and can help you resolve individual, corporate tax planning and compliance issues.We are: Licensed Certified Accredited... Read More about Robert L. Buck, CPA

Richie Xu joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in July 2024, following a 27-year career in the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of Major. Richie understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away. Richie... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - Richie Xu

John Beraud joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in January 2024, following a 26-year career in the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of Major. John understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away. A... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - John Beraud

Paul Brooker joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in June 2019, following a 20-year career in the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. Paul understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away.... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - Paul Brooker

Joseph Spencer joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in March 2016, following a 20-year career in the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. Joseph understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away.... Read More about First Command District Advisor - Joe Spencer, RICP®

Joe McLaughlin joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in February 1994, following an 18-year career in the United States Army, where he attained the rank of Major. Joe understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away. A graduate... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - Joe McLaughlin, CFP®

Walt Eldridge joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in August 2019, following a 24-year career in the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of First Sergeant. Walt understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared away.... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - Walt Eldridge, ChFC®|RICP®|CFP®

First Command's Financial Advisors in Jacksonville, NC are committed to serving our Nation's military families in their pursuit of financial security. Keeping you financially squared away wherever life takes you.

Tanner Elwood joined First Command Financial Services as a Financial Advisor in August 2024, following a 5-year career in the United States United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of Sergeant. Tanner understands the challenges and opportunities associated with life in the military and is committed to helping service members and their families get their financial lives squared... Read More about First Command Financial Advisor - Tanner Elwood