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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
Medical Expenses and Retirement Planning
Retirement planning is a complex process, and everyone’s financial goals are different. There is no “one-size-fits-all” solution. One crucial aspect of retirement planning is accounting for medical expenses, as healthcare needs typically increase with age....
HSAs and Tax Savings
Setting aside money in a Health Savings Account (HSA) can help you financially prepare for medical expenses while also taking advantage of significant tax savings. Unlike Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), any unused funds in an HSA at the end of the year roll over...
Affordable Care Act and Cost Sharing Reduction
Affordable Care Act and Cost Sharing Reduction The Affordable Care Act (ACA) offers two types of subsidies to help reduce insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs. The first is Federal Premium Subsidies, which is an advance tax credit that lowers the cost...
FEHB Open Season FAQs: What You Need to Know
Open Season for the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program an important time for governmental employees. To help you navigate this period, we’ve put together answers to frequently asked questions. If you still have questions, feel free to contact a United...
2024 Open Season
Key Dates for FEHB and PSHB Open Season The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) open season for changing existing plans, or adjusting levels and types of coverage, runs from November 11 to December 9. This period applies...
How to Appeal Your Part B Premium
Not everyone has the same premium for their Medicare Part B Insurance. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) sets a standard premium each year, which is what the majority of beneficiaries pay. However, about 8% of people actually pay a higher premium...
Medicare Advantage Misinformation – Get the Facts
Medicare Advantage is a topic rife with misinformation and misconceptions. Some of this misinformation is fueled by political agendas, while other aspects are propagated by individuals or entities with vested interests in promoting Medigap or Medicare Supplement...
FEHB and Improved Fertility Coverage
In early 2023, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) addressed the need for better fertility treatment options within the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) plans. Starting in 2024, significant improvements will be mandated, expanding coverage to include...
Understanding the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022 and Its Impact on Health Benefits
In April 2022, the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022 (PSRA) was enacted, marking the start of a collaborative effort between the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the United States Postal Service to introduce the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program....
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