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First Command Financial Services

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No longer working for "The Man". - Financial Advisor First Command Financial Services Employee Review

5.0
Feb 27, 2023
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Pros

First Command is like no place I have ever worked. From the top to the bottom, everyone is committed to helping each other succeed. Board members that will attend events at your personal request, and fellow advisors always willing to share their knowledge. No one dies alone. As a contractor, not an employee, my goals are my own. Income, work load, work hours, I am in control of what I am willing to do. My business can be as large or as small as I am committed to creating. Larger can be better than you bargained for with First Command's deferred compensation programs, annual awards conferences, and other rewards. The personal fulfillment associated with helping our nation's military families create their own financial peace is immeasurable.

Cons

There is little that I can say as a "con" at First Command. Most of the cons come with simply being a contract employee. As a contractor, there are no employee benefits - like health ins, vacation pay, personal assistants. I have to provide all these things for myself. There is no minimum income. There are situations where your pay might be $0 for the month or it could be 5 figures. Feast or famine - you take on the risk - not "The Man". Your income comes from your client's commitment to execute and continue to execute the plans you crafted and defined for them. Some clients don't want a connection with their advisor and others crave it. This is the best and worst all in one. This will make you or break you.

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First Command Financial Services Response
3y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a First Command Financial Advisor. The mission of the company is incredibly important to our Advisors. They tell us that one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful way. One of our most valuable offerings is the Fast Start program, which provides intense professional development to prepare new people for success as independent Advisors. Some of the benefits of that program include paying new Advisors during the training period and offering a full array of employee benefits. Through the program, our Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. Our Advisors are eligible to earn a strong income through competitive industry commissions on sales of financial products, plus additional annual and deferred compensation. The rewards of hard work and dedication are a satisfying career, a company that fully supports you, and the opportunity to help those who serve in their pursuit of lifelong financial security. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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5.0
May 18, 2026
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Pros

True to its core values and principles. Family oriented and encourages family & work balance. Free financial counseling! Honest, kind, respectful employees and excellent CEO

Cons

Lots of baby boomers who don’t want to change work processes to enhance results, but they mean well :)

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First Command Financial Services Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with First Command. We’re pleased to hear that our family-oriented culture, strong values, and supportive colleagues made a positive impact during your time with us. We also appreciate your feedback regarding opportunities to improve processes. We are committed to evolving as an organization, and insights like yours help inform how we continue to enhance efficiency and drive better results across the business. Your perspective is valuable, and we will share your comments with our leadership team.
4.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Consistency, team environment, team development, annual pay raises up to maximum for your position, bonuses based on your sales

Cons

Pay is low compared to industry averages Some opportunity for promotions, but not many

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First Command Financial Services Response
8h
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with First Command. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to know your time with the team had a positive impact. We also appreciate your feedback on compensation and advancement opportunities. That perspective is important as we continue working to support our employees’ growth and recognize their contributions. We’ll be sure to share your comments with our leadership team.
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