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TSP I Fund Switches To A Broader Index – How To Choose Which One Is Right For You
If you are a Federal employee you are likely well-versed in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which has the purpose...
Continue ReadingRules Of Thumb For Deciding On Your Federal Retirement Date
If you are getting ready for retirement after a career in Federal service, congratulations! While this is an exciting time,...
Continue ReadingHow To Use The FEHB Open Season To Adjust Your Coverage
With several options available, from different plan types to various coverage levels, using the “Federal Employees Health Benefits Program” aka...
Continue ReadingCan You Lose A Federal Pension After Retirement?
Is It Possible To Lose Your Federal Pension After Retirement? As retirement approaches, many federal employees look forward to the...
Continue ReadingThe Most Common Alternatives To Investing In TSP’s
Are you a federal employee looking to diversify your retirement portfolio beyond the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)? While TSPs are...
Continue Reading5 Considerations When Picking An FEHB Plan
Are you a federal employee overwhelmed by the countless options of FEHB plans available to you? Don’t worry, you’re not...
Continue Reading5 Myths About Federal Employee Health Benefits And Medicare You Shouldn’t Fall For
Are you a federal employee who is about to retire with Medicare on the horizon? Well, before you make any...
Continue ReadingShould Retired Federal Employees Draw From a Traditional Or Roth TSP First?
As the golden years approach, retired federal employees are faced with an important decision: should they tap into their Traditional...
Continue ReadingWhat Happens To Federal Health Insurance If The Government Shuts Down?
We all know that a government shutdown can wreak havoc on various aspects of our lives, but have you ever...
Continue ReadingNew Requirement To Make Catch-Up Contributions Solely To Roth TSPs In 2024
Attention government employees: there’s a new retirement savings regulation on the horizon that could have a big impact on your...
Continue ReadingChildren Of Federal Retirees’ Insurance Benefits – What You Should Know
Imagine this scenario: You have dedicated your life to serving your country as a federal employee. Now that you are...
Continue Reading5 Important Things To Keep In Mind About The FEHB Program
Are you a federal employee nearing retirement or simply curious about the benefits offered by The Federal Employees Health Benefits...
Continue Reading4 Limitations Of TSPs Every Retiree Should Know
As a government employee, you have access to a range of federal benefits that can greatly enhance your retirement plans....
Continue ReadingWill Federal Retirees Get A Pension Raise In 2023?
With the ever-increasing cost of living and economic fluctuations, federal retirees have been closely monitoring any updates on potential adjustments...
Continue Reading5 Things Happy Retirees Do That Cost Little To No Money
Retirement is the much-awaited phase of life that promises freedom, leisure, and a well-deserved break from work. For federal employees...
Continue ReadingAt What Age Does My FERS Supplement Stop?
If you are a government employee enrolled in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), understanding your federal benefits and retirement...
Continue ReadingHow Much Will My Social Security Be Reduced If I Have A CSRS Pension?
Founded 15 years before the Social Security program, the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) is a retirement plan that is...
Continue ReadingDoes FERS Reduce Your Social Security Benefits?
As a government employee, you may be familiar with the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and the various benefits it...
Continue Reading3 Ways COLAS Can Affect Federal Disability Retirement
If you are a disabled federal employee who has received Federal Disability Retirement, you may be wondering if Cost-of-Living Adjustments...
Continue ReadingCivil Service Retirement System vs. Federal Employee Retirement System – What’s The Difference?
Retirement is a major consideration for anyone who has worked or is currently working in the civil service sector. Two...
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