Retirement Looms For Generation X
Over the last several years we’ve heard a lot about the tsunami of Baby Boomers retiring from their federal careers. A recent survey...
Don’t Forget One-Off Expenses When Calculating Your Retirement Budget
It’s just common sense – the only way to make sure you’re saving enough for your federal retirement is to figure out how much...
Retirement Planning For Dual Income Couples Without Kids
Known as DINKS for short – Dual Income, No Kids – the phrase describes couples who have chosen not to have any biological or adopted...
Lifestyle Creep: What It Is & How It Can Derail Your Retirement
Remember the good old days when a no-frills black coffee was more than enough to jump-start your day? Ever wonder how it got to the point...
When Was The Last Time You Had A Financial Review
You’ve set your financial goals, put an investment plan in place, and now you’re on the journey toward retirement. But as you progress...
Take Your Retirement On A Test Run While You’re Still Working
During your career with Uncle Sam, you’ve likely spent time focusing on the financial side of your federal retirement. But have you...
Is Buying An Immediate Annuity A Good Fit For Your Retirement?
The short answer: when your household retirement income is more than enough to cover all of your expenses then an immediate annuity may not...
How To Start Building An Emergency Fund For Retirement
A previous article discussed why federal retirees need an emergency fund and how it can help protect your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) from...
What You Need To Know About Choosing A FERS Survivor Annuity
When completing the application for your FERS retirement, one of the most important decisions you have to make is electing a survivor...
The Importance Of Estate Planning For Blended Families
According to the U.S. Census, a good number of Americans have been married more than once by the time they enter retirement. Among adults...
