Social Security: Facts & Fiction
A funny thing happens when many FERS pre-retirees start planning their retirement. Social Security isn’t considered as important as their...
Reasons To Consider A Partial FERS Survivor Benefit
Deciding on a FERS survivor benefit is among the biggest decisions you’ll have to make when you complete your retirement application....
Retirement Strategies: Best Age To Buy FLTCIP
Whether you’re considering purchasing Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance through the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP), or...
How Your Federal Benefits Are Divided In A Divorce
In the event of a divorce, dividing retirement assets can get complicated for everyone. For federal employees, dividing retirement benefits...
Are You Prepared For A 6-Month Delay Of Your Full Pension Check?
You may be surprised to learn that you won’t get your first full FERS annuity (pension) check for several months after you separate from...
Changes to Social Security In 2023
Of course, the big story about Social Security in 2023 is the highest Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) in 41 years. To help ease some of...
Understanding How Your Average FERS High-3 Salary Works
Planning a financially-secure retirement begins with calculating what your income will be once you’re no longer working. For FERS...
When Was The Last Time You Updated Your Beneficiaries?
Estate planning professionals report that an amazing number of people still have former spouses or deceased relatives listed as...
How FEHB Works When You Travel Overseas
If you’re planning to travel to distant shores for a dream vacation, it’s important to understand how your FEHB plan works should you...
2023 Retirement To-Do List For The New Year
If you’re five to 10 years away from retirement it’s important to conduct a yearly review to make sure your finances are on track....
