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Mastering TSP Withdrawals Webinar Recording
Mastering TSP Withdrawals Webinar Recording Withdrawing from your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is one of the biggest decisions you'll make on your path to retirement. The timing, tax implications, and withdrawal strategy you choose can significantly impact your long-term...
FEHB Open Season Explained Webinar Recording
FEHB Open Season Explained Webinar Recording Choosing the best healthcare plan for you and your family can feel overwhelming - with so many options, plan types, and costs to compare, it's hard to know which one truly fits your needs.. But it doesn't have to be...
Navigating a Government Shutdown Webinar Recording
Navigating a Government Shutdown Webinar Recording Government shutdowns can bring uncertainty and stress, especially for federal employees and recent retirees. In this webinar replay, we break down what you need to know, what's different about this shutdown, and how...
Your Financial Flight Plan Webinar Recording
Your Financial Flight Plan Webinar Recording Just as every successful journey requires a flight plan, your financial future depends on having a clear strategy. In this webinar, we covered: How to create a financial plan Retirement budgeting Withdrawal strategies from...
Pre-Flight Checklist for Leaving Federal Service Webinar Recording
Pre-Flight Checklist for Leaving Federal ServiceWebinar Recording It's estimated that up to 300,000 federal employees could separate from service in 2025. Whether it's through DRP, VERA, VSIO, RIFs, or simply planned retirements, the majority will officially "take...
Retiring through ORA Webinar Recording
Retiring through ORAWebinar Recording Early implementation of the Online Retirement Application (ORA) has brought questions and challenges for some federal employees. This webinar walks you through: Overview of the ORA system How to create an account and gain access...
FEHB & Beyond Webinar Recording
FEHB & BeyondWebinar Recording Confused about what happens to your health insurance when you leave federal service, or how it coordinates with Medicare? This webinar walks you through: What happens to your FEHB coverage if you leave federal employment How to...
Congress’s 2025 Budget Proposals Webinar Recording
Congress's 2025 Budget ProposalsWebinar Recording Congress has advanced a set of proposals that could drastically reshape federal employee benefits, affecting paychecks, retirement plans, and job protections. Ryan covers: The proposed increase in FERS contributions -...
Understanding RIF, VERA, and VSIP Webinar Recording
Understanding RIF, VERA, and VSIP Webinar Recording Are you worried your position may be impacted by an upcoming Reduction in Force (RIF)? Have you been offered Early Retirement through VERA? Do you need clarity on how your retirement and benefits could be affected...
BLOG POSTS
FEHB and Medicare coordination in retirement
As a federal employee planning for retirement, understanding how your Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) coverage works with Medicare can have a major impact on both your healthcare access and your bottom line. At United Benefits, we help current and retired...
Federal Pay and Benefits Optimization in DC
Federal employees in Washington, DC, have a unique opportunity to make the most of their evolving compensation packages as the anticipated 2026 Federal Pay Raise approaches. Understanding how to optimize your pay and benefits is key to building a strong financial...
Retirement Planning and Investment Strategy in Austin
Successful retirement planning doesn’t happen by chance—it’s the result of a well-thought-out investment strategy and consistent decision-making. For federal employees in Austin and across the U.S., one of the most powerful tools for building retirement wealth is the...
FEGLI 2026 Rates in Focus: What to Expect
Federal employees rely on the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) program as a key part of their benefits package. As 2026 approaches, many are already asking what to expect from upcoming FEGLI 2026 rates and how they compare with private life insurance...
2026 COLA for Federal Retirees in Washington DC
The annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) plays a critical role in maintaining the purchasing power of federal retirees. As inflation and living costs shift each year, these adjustments ensure that the benefits of retirees under the Civil Service Retirement System...
TSP Withdrawal Strategies for Retirement Success
As you approach retirement, understanding your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) withdrawal options can make a significant difference in how long your savings last and how much of your income is lost to taxes. The TSP has long been a cornerstone of federal employee...
FERS Retirement Planning in Washington DC
Federal employees across Washington, D.C. work hard to serve the nation, often building fulfilling and secure careers with long-term benefits. One of the most important aspects of federal employment is the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), a program designed...
FEHB and Medicare Coordination in Retirement
As a federal employee approaching retirement, one of the most significant financial and healthcare decisions you’ll make is how to coordinate your Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program with Medicare. At United Benefits, we specialize in helping federal...
Federal Life Insurance Review in 2026
When it comes to retirement planning, understanding your Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) coverage should be a top priority. After years of federal service, many employees face an important question: should you keep your FEGLI coverage, reduce it, or...
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