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How to Grow & Protect Your Thrift Savings Plan Webinar Recording
How to Grow & Protect Your Thrift Savings Plan Webinar Recording The TSP is the third part of the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), along with pension and Social Security, and the part that the employee has the most control over and decisions to make. To...
The Value of Your Defined Benefits Webinar Recording
The Value of Your Defined Benefits Webinar Recording Federal employees may not always be paid what they deserve, however, if you take advantage of the retirement and benefit options, you can take a couple of pieces and retire financially secure. In this webinar...
What’s New in 2024: Updates to Your Federal Retirement & Benefits Webinar Recording
What's New in 2024: Upgrades to Your Federal Retirement & Benefit Webinar Recording We're kicking off 2024 by spending time reviewing hot topics from the last year with a look at what is changing in the new year. United Benefits Specialists, Paul Thornton, Ryan...
The Future of Long-Term Care Insurance Webinar Recording
The Future of Long-Term Care Insurance Webinar Recording As you may know, OPM's long-term care option, the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) has been suspended and is not accepting new applications. United Benefits Specialist, Ryan Boggus, covers: The...
FEHB Deep Dive Webinar
FEHB Deep Dive Webinar Recording The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) open season runs until December 11, 2023. During open season, you'll have the opportunity to choose a health insurance plan. While choosing your healthcare plan may seem overwhelming, we can...
What’s Missing in Your Benefits Package? Webinar
What's Missing in Your Benefits Package? Webinar Recording As a federal employee you have one of the top benefits packages in the country, however, even the best benefits package may have gaps, especially as you experience changes throughout your career. In this...
Modern Life Insurance Webinar Recording
Modern Life Insurance Webinar Recording Life insurance coverage is one of the most important ways you can protect your family from financial burdens. With life insurance being such an important part of your family's financial protection, it is crucial that you select...
All About Medicare & FEHB Webinar Recording
All About Medicare & FEHB Webinar Recording Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) and Medicare work together to form a crucial piece of your retirement benefits puzzle. In the past, federal employees have often been misinformed on the complexities of how FEHB...
GRB Platform Walkthrough Webinar Recording
GRB Platform Walkthrough Webinar Recording The GRB Platform allows employees to digitally complete their retirement paperwork and requires them to make irreversible decisions about their benefits. United Benefits Specialist, Paul Thornton, does a deep dive into the...
VIDEO RESOURCES
BLOG POSTS
What Do I Do if a Federal Employee Dies?
Whether you are preparing for the future or if your loved one was a federal employee, it can be difficult to sort through the various processes and systems associated with federal benefits. United Benefits representatives are available to help you through a difficult...
Maximize Your Savings with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
As an employee within the Executive branch or an agency adopting the Federal Flexible Benefits Plan, you're presented with a valuable opportunity: participation in the federal Flexible Spending Account program. FSAs are a powerful way to manage your healthcare and...
The Advantages of Choosing an Independent Insurance Agent
Personalized Insurance Solutions Whether you are looking for individual health, Medicare, home and auto, or life insurance, there are many reasons to work with a dedicated independent agent. Your Needs Come First Independent agents are going to look out for you and...
What are my options if I missed FEHB open season?
If you missed the FEHB open season, there's no need to worry. You still have options to adjust your healthcare coverage. You can adjust your coverage through FEHB if you have a qualifying life event or you can add additional supplemental insurance plans to close...
How to Become a Millionaire with Your TSP
Becoming a millionaire may seem like a daunting task, but with careful planning and a long-term perspective, it is possible to reach this financial milestone. One way to work towards becoming a millionaire is by saving and investing through the Thrift Savings Plan...
What is Preventative Care?
Understanding Preventative Care Under the Affordable Care Act The Affordable Care Act, passed in 2010, made significant strides in health care by ensuring that preventative care is fully covered in all plans under the Act. This includes employer-sponsored group health...
Planning Ahead for Long-Term Care After Age 65
After the age of 65, long-term care planning becomes a cornerstone of maintaining your quality of life and independence. As you age, the likelihood of requiring assistance with daily activities or medical care increases. Planning for long-term care is not just about...
Planning Ahead for Long-Term Care in Your Mid-50s & Early 60s
The Need for a Solid Plan As you approach your mid-50s to early 60s, it's crucial to plan for long-term care. This is the time to consider various care options and prepare both financially and emotionally for future healthcare needs. Key Points to Consider Medicare's...
Historic 2024 Federal Pay Raise Marks a Significant Milestone
In a remarkable turn of events, 2024 has ushered in the highest federal pay raise in over four decades. This development, marking a historic 5.2% increase, stands out as the most significant since the era of President Jimmy Carter, 43 years ago. President Biden's...
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