Understanding Accrued Annual Leave
Before you retire, it’s important to understand how annual leave is accrued and how much you can carry over each year. As a federal...
OPM Extends Its Hold For New FLTCIP Applicants
In 2022 the OPM suspended new applications to the Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program until December 19, 2024. Recently, the OPM has...
Life Insurance Options in Retirement
When you were hired, you were automatically enrolled in FEGLI Basic insurance unless you specifically waived it. This coverage amount...
First Day Of Open Season
Today marks the first day of Open Season which runs through December 9, 2024. During this time you can evaluate your insurance coverage to...
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...
Will You Be Eligible To Continue FEHB In Retirement?
According to a 2023 survey conducted by the OPM, over 90% of federal workers say the top reason they wanted to work for Uncle Sam is the...
2025 FEHB Premium Increases For Workers & Retirees
Higher FEHB premiums for 2025 make this Open Season more important than ever. Beginning in January 2025, the enrollee share of FEHB...
Misconceptions About Carrying FEHB & Medicare In Retirement
There are a number of advantages when you have both FEHB and Medicare coverage in retirement. However, to make an informed decision you...
Pros & Cons Of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a tax-advantaged way to save money you can use to pay out-of-pocket medical expenses. However, to be...
Advantages Of Having FEHB & Medicare Coverage In Retirement
As a federal employee, if you have coverage under the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHB) in retirement, you don’t have to...
