Understanding How Social Security Survivor Benefits Work
Thinking about your own death isn’t fun but it’s a reality you have to consider when crafting a financial strategy. Understanding how...
Will You Outlive Your Retirement Savings?
Survey after survey shows that the most consistent concern for working Americans is outliving their retirement savings. In fact, for those...
7 Fast Facts About Social Security Everyone Should Know
In 1983, to help keep Social Security solvent, the Reagan administration made a number of sweeping changes that went into effect in 1984....
Realities To Consider If You’re Thinking About Retiring Soon
If you’re thinking about retiring soon, there are several realities to consider before you submit your FERS retirement application. Will...
Financial Threats To Your Retirement
Even the most well-planned retirement can be blindsided by an unexpected financial threat. That’s why it’s important to anticipate the...
Can You Really Afford To Age In Place?
A growing number of pre-retirees say they plan to age in place once they retire from the workforce. The big question: can you afford to...
Income You Can Expect In The First Months Of Your FERS Retirement
The OPM is famous for delays in processing retirement applications, especially toward the end of the calendar year. If your application is...
Factors To Consider Before Filing For Social Security Benefits
One of the biggest decisions you need to make when you’re headed for retirement is when to file for your Social Security benefits. Should...
Are You Suffering From A Fear Of Retirement?
If you’re like most Americans, your biggest fear in retirement is running out of money when you’ll need it the most: in your later...
Are Your Retirement Accounts Subject To Probate Court?
The short answer is, “No.” Although some of your assets are subject to the probate process when you pass away, accounts like your...
