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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...
How to Make the Most of Your TSP Webinar Recording
How to Make the Most of Your TSP Webinar Recording When it comes to saving for retirement as a federal employee, one of the options available to you is the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Similar to a 401k plan, your TSP is truly the only part of your retirement that you...
Federal Employees and Their Social Security Webinar Recording
Federal Employees & Their Social Security Webinar Recording Social Security is an essential piece of your federal retirement benefits. Federal employees have a unique component called the FERS supplement. Our webinar covered how the FERS supplement and Social...
Full Pension Breakdown Webinar Recording
Full Pension Breakdown Webinar Recording The FERS pension is the anchor to your federal retirement package. Although this is a defined benefit, knowing the things that you have the power to control can make a major impact on your retirement. United Benefits...
Your Federal Retirement Process Webinar Recording
Your Federal Retirement Process Webinar Recording As a federal employee, it is a multi-step process to properly retire under the FERS/CSRS or special provisions. United Benefits Specialist, Paul Thornton, walks you through the process to make it simple and...
Protecting the Ones You Love Webinar Recording
Protecting the Ones You Love Webinar Recording By understanding your FERS and CSRS pension and making decisions early, you'll be able to maximize your retirement lifestyle for yourself and your loved ones. United Benefits Specialist, Ryan Boggus, covers topics like:...
Road to Retirement
Road to Retirement Recap Webinar Recording Navigating your benefits on the road to retirement can be overwhelming. With the right roadmap, you'll know exactly what to do and when to ensure that you are making the most of your benefits. United Benefits Specialist, Alan...
Post-Retirement: Final Destination
Post-Retirement:Final Destination Webinar Recording After retirement, there are still decisions to be made to ensure that you are maximizing your benefits. United Benefits Specialist, Cristi Lorentz, helps you answer questions like: How do I coordinate FEHB and...
BLOG POSTS
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...
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....
Have You Protected Your Most Valuable Asset?
Have you protected your most valuable asset? (Hint: it's not your home or even your Thrift Savings Plan account!) When we think of insurance, Homeowner’s or Car Insurance often comes to mind first. However, many overlook the need to protect something that could be...
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