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Using the GRB Platform to Complete Your Retirement Process
If you’re planning to retire from federal service soon, the Government Retirement and Benefits (GRB) Platform is a great tool that may allow you to...
How Thrift Savings Plan Matching Works
Are you taking advantage of Thrift Savings Plan matching? For FERS employees, the matching inside the Thrift Savings Plan is the greatest advantage...
5 Things To Consider Before Retiring From Federal Service
There are many factors related to retiring from federal service, and it is never too early to start planning. But where do you begin? 1. When Can I...
FEHB Checklist for Open Season
By: Ryan Boggus Choosing your health care plan can be a confusing, overwhelming decision. It can be tempting to entirely skip the process,...
Did You Know Your FERS/CSRS Annuity Won’t Automatically Go To Your Family?
Blog Created By: Brandon Bradley Did you know your FERS/CSRS Annuity won’t automatically go to your family? Plan early or pay MUCH more in...
Have You Designated Beneficiaries For Your Federal Benefits?
Who Will Inherit Your Legacy? Having a will or trust does not guarantee that your beneficiaries will inherit what you have intended...
I Have Health Insurance Through the Government. Why Should I Have a Hospital Indemnity Plan?
The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program offers eligible federal employees a broad selection of health plans to choose from. In fact,...
Why is Short Term Disability Important for a Federal Employee?
Why is short-term disability so important for a federal employee? Most everyone has heard that it is a good idea to have a short-term disability...
COVID-19 Update: 3 Things to Consider
We at United Benefits know that this is a difficult and confusing time for everyone, and we want to do what we can to help. In an effort to protect...
New Changes to Thrift Savings Plan for 2020
As a federal employee your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is one of your most valuable benefits. This retirement account allows you to accumulate...
Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement?
The number one fear of retirees is running out of money- either out living their assets or not having enough income to keep up with future expenses....
What are the Main Principles of TSP?
When it comes to saving for retirement as a federal employee, one of the options at your disposal with the widest variety your TSP, or Thrift...
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