Unique Retirement Decisions Facing Federal Couples
A lot of preparation goes into retirement planning, and federal couples – spouses both employed by federal agencies – face some...
Has The U.S. Avoided A Recession?
Concerns about a potential U.S. recession are beginning to wane, partly due to a September drop in the national unemployment rate. However,...
What To Expect During The Retirement Lifecycle
We spend a lot of time thinking about the accumulation stage of retirement to help ensure we’ve saved enough to cover our financial needs...
Deferred vs. Postponed Retirement
There are several retirement options unique to Federal employees under the FERS system. A common source of confusion is the difference between deferred and postponed retirement, so let’s take a minute to break it down. Components of FERS The core of FERS is its pension plan annuity. Contributions come from federal employees, the...
Understanding Dependent Eligibility For Federal Benefits
Federal employees have a wide range of benefits available to them and their families. Let’s take a minute to break down the eligibility requirements for dependent children. Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program: A child is covered under a self-and-family enrollment until age 26. If a child loses coverage, they can enroll in...
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If You Want To Retire Soon, It’s Time To Do The Math
Planning to retire soon? It isn’t just a matter of picking a date and filling out your federal retirement application. Before you make...
5 Crucial Reasons To Purchase Long-Term Care Insurance
The United States is in the midst of a Long-Term Care (LTC) crisis as more and more Baby Boomers reach the age they’ll most likely need...
The Retirement Blues: 1 In 3 Retirees Experience Depression
According to an article published by WebMD, one in three retirees experience depression. This is a much higher rate than the overall adult...
What To Expect When The TCJA Expires
You may be surprised to learn that the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) for individual taxpayers (also known as the Trump Tax Cuts) was...
Timing Your FERS Retirement: Age 60 Or Age 62?
Deciding on when to retire from your federal career is a huge decision that can affect the amount of the monthly FERS pension (annuity) for...
Important Reasons To Update Your Last Will And Testament
If you have a Will, congratulations – you’re among the 32% of Americans who have wisely taken the initiative to protect your assets and...
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