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What do I do after a federal employee dies?
The passing of a loved one is a difficult time, and the process of dealing with the aftermath can be overwhelming. If you're the beneficiary of a...
How to Prepare for Long-term Care: What Are My Options?
Preparing for long-term care expenses is an important part of your retirement planning process. It's not an enjoyable topic to discuss, but it is...
The Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Procedures
The Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Procedures It's essential to understand the difference between inpatient and outpatient care,...
Agreement Offers All Federal Employees Access to UNA Education
Great news! The University of North Alabama (UNA) has joined forces with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management as part of the Federal Academic...
How the BENES Act Impacts Medicare
What is the BENES Act? The Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification Act, also known as the BENES Act, was designed to help...
How do I enroll in Medicare?
Applying for Medicare can be confusing depending on your specific situation. It is important to know how to apply based on the timing of your...
The SECURE ACT 2.0: A Retirement Gamechanger
The SECURE 2.0 Act is designed to help Americans bolster their retirement savings and strengthen their financial security. Here’s what you need to...
Post-Retirement: Final Destination
You did it! You completed your federal career and have transitioned into retirement. A hearty congratulations are in order. You worked hard, and now...
Pre-Retirement: Are We There Yet?
Determining Retirement Qualifications Monthly Annuity Pension Your FERS or CSRS monthly annuity is also referred to as your pension. It’s the first...
Calculating Your High-3 Salary
When determining your FERS pension, you will need to calculate your High-3 Salary is a very important part of your FERS pension calculation. Your...
Why Should I Replace My Federal Employee Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)?
Having life insurance coverage is one of the most important ways you can protect your family from financial burdens. With life insurance being such...
FEHB & Medicare
Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) and Medicare work together to form a crucial piece of your retirement benefits puzzle. Both are designed to...
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