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How to Prepare for Long-term Care: What Are My Options?

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 necessary. In the US, someone who turns 65 today has a 70% chance of needing some type of long-term care as they...
The SECURE ACT 2.0: A Retirement Gamechanger

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 know about the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022. Key Provisions of the SECURE 2.0 Act Increase Required Minimum Distributions (RMD)...
Post-Retirement: Final Destination

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 a new journey begins. With that journey comes a few decisions about your benefits. The topics below cover the main...
Pre-Retirement: Are We There Yet?

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 of three paychecks that make up your retirement income. Your pension is determined by your paycheck and years of service...
Calculating Your High-3 Salary

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 High-3 Salary is the highest average of BASIC pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of Federal service. Your...
How to Navigate Benefits in Your New Career

How to Navigate Benefits in Your New Career

From Hired to Retired: Your Federal Career Roadmap How to Navigate Benefits in Your New Career When you begin a new career, you have several decisions that need to be made regarding your benefit. Oftentimes, these decisions can have a huge impact on your future. In...