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Pre-Retirement: Are We There Yet?
Pre-Retirement Are We There Yet? Webinar Recording As you look towards retirement, you can begin to secure your finances and set the goals necessary to smoothly transition into retirement. United Benefits Specialist, Paul Thornton, provides a comprehensive look at...
Mid-Career Check-In: Are You on Track?
Mid-Career Check-In:Are You on Track? Webinar Recording As you continue your career, it's a good idea to periodically check in and ensure you are on track. Are you utilizing all of your benefits? Will you have enough money to retire? United Benefits Specialist,...
How to Navigate Your Benefits in Your New Career
How to Navigate Your Benefits in Your New Career Webinar Recording When you begin a new career, you have a number of decisions regarding your benefits that need to be made. Drew Lorentz, Benefits Specialist, discussed the various benefits options that are available to...
Medicare 101
Medicare 101 Webinar Recording Using both your Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and Medicare to create an efficient healthcare plan for your specific healthcare needs is the way to go, but what's the best way to combine them? In this webinar, we answered...
Understanding Your Federal Life Insurance
Understanding Your Federal Life Insurance Webinar Recording How do I know how much life insurance coverage I have through FEGLI? The cost of your Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) and the amount of coverage you receive can be difficult to understand...
How Does Your TSP Compare?
How Does Your TSP Compare? Webinar Recording Your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a major piece of your retirement income. United Benefits Specialists, Alan Kwan and Jake Ford, did a deep dive into the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and alternatives that may be available to...
Upcoming TSP Updates Webinar Recording
Upcoming TSP Updates Webinar Recording Changes are being made to federal employees' Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). United Benefits Specialist, Paul Thornton, reviewed the new changes being made to the TSP and explained what it means for you. In this webinar, we covered:...
Using Your TSP to Battle Inflation During Retirement
Using Your TSP to Battle Inflation During Retirement Webinar Recording With inflation continuing to increase, it's more important than ever to begin planning for the future. Have you thought about how you'll continue to create an income for yourself throughout...
Securing Your Family’s Financial Future with Life Insurance
Securing Your Family's Financial Future with Life Insurance Webinar Recording We see the effects of inflation every day at the grocery store or standing at the gas pump. One aspect that may slip your mind is how continued inflation can impact your family's future...
BLOG POSTS
Understanding the SECURE 2.0 Act and Its Impact on the Thrift Savings Plan
Navigating the changes in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) brought about by the SECURE 2.0 Act might seem complex, but with the right knowledge and strategy, you can confidently prepare for a secure retirement. Adapting to Changes: What Federal Employees Need to Know The...
Insurance Case Study: Single and Working
Just Starting Out Maria is a 25-year-old administrative worker who is earning $70,000/year gross and has about $30,000/year in fixed expenses. These include car payments, rent, and student loans. She spends the rest of her earnings on living and entertainment...
Insurance Case Study: Married with Two Incomes and Without Children
Double Income, No Kids: An Insurance Case Study Sam and Sarah are in their 30s and are both working. Sam makes $70,000 per year and Sarah makes $90,000 per year. They don’t currently have children, but they want to buy a home and start a family. They have saved...
The Difference Between Health Insurance and Supplemental Insurance
Do I need both health insurance and supplemental insurance? What's the difference? Health insurance will help pay for your routine and emergency medical expenses. You may think it covers everything, but you could be in for a shock when you receive your bill. Between...
Understanding RV Insurance
Recreational vehicles, or RVs for short, are a common sight on the roads these days. They are a wonderful way to travel and explore new places with the comforts of home. However, as with any vehicle, it is important to have adequate insurance coverage for your RV. RV...
5 Common Life Insurance Myths
While the importance of having a life insurance policy may seem obvious, there are several common life insurance myths that keep people from protecting themselves. These misconceptions may stop people from getting the coverage they need to help provide for their...
Unfurling the Umbrella: The Importance of Umbrella Insurance in Protecting Your Assets
In today's complex world, insurance isn't just a luxury; it's a necessity. It's how we safeguard our homes, our cars, our health, and our lives. What happens when those basic policies aren't enough? That's where umbrella insurance comes into play. Umbrella insurance...
Why Do You Need Life Insurance During a Recession?
Why Do You Need Life Insurance During a Recession? Times are tight right now. Although it’s tempting to cancel your life insurance policy to save on monthly payments or put off buying one, it’s usually the wrong move to dump your life insurance during a recession....
Motorcycle Insurance: A Must-Have for Riders
Are you a proud motorcycle owner or considering getting one? As thrilling as riding a motorcycle can be, it's important to ensure you have the necessary protection in place. That's where motorcycle insurance comes in. Why Do You Need Motorcycle Insurance? Legal...
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