Key Takeaways A simple savings priority order applies at every rank: BRS match first, Roth IRA second, then max TSP — and a taxable brokerage account if you can go further. Junior enlisted service members should focus on getting the full 5% BRS match and building a $1,000–$3,000 emergency fund before worrying about maxing anything out. Combat zone deployments offer a rare … [Read more...] about Military Savings Guide: How Much Should You Be Saving by Rank?