I also retired as a Tech, ILARNG in 2015.
Mil - 30yrs AD & Guard w/2 deployments, total points gave me 12 yrs, 50% of E-8 Pay with 12 yrs. Received immediately
Tech - Bought my 4yrs AD a long time ago and it gave me 28 yrs total for the 60/40
VA - 60%
CRSC $140
Mil pay is offset by VA pay...