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  1. WorkforceSenate Passes Social Security Fairness Act To Repeal The WEP & GPO ProvisionsFor decades, legislation has been introduced with each new Congress calling for the repeal of the Windfall…
  2. BenefitsFEGLI Can Get Expensive Considering What You Get For The Premiums You PayEstablished by the Federal Government in 1954, the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) is the world’s…
  3. BenefitsCBO Revives Cost-Cutting Ideas Affecting BenefitsThe Congressional Budget Office (CBO) routinely publishes reports outlining options to reduce the federal deficit,…
  4. WorkforceGen Z and Baby Boomers View Money DifferentlyWhen it comes to financial expectations, the divide between Gen Z and Baby Boomers couldn’t be starker.
  5. ResourcesDealing With A Debt CollectorFrom unexpected expenses to healthcare emergencies, there are many unforeseen events that can send your finances into…
  6. ResourcesBudget Strategies For The New YearSeveral surveys show that one of the most common New Year’s resolutions is saving more money.
  7. WorkforceFinancial Outlooks Are ImprovingA recent Bankrate Financial Outlook Survey found that while most respondents don’t expect their finances to improve…
  8. ResourcesAI’s Role In Personal FinancesMore than a few of us have a “friend in the industry” that we corner at cocktail parties asking for advice about our…
  9. RetirementConsider Adding Private Life Insurance To Your Retirement PlanAs a federal employee, it’s important to understand how private life insurance compares to FEGLI and whether or not…
  10. Retirement3 Common Mistakes Made By Pre-RetireesThough it’s true you may no longer be spending money on certain things once you’ve retired from your federal career,…
  11. ResourcesEstate Planning Misconceptions & RealitiesOne of the most common misconceptions about estate planning is that it’s only about protecting assets like your cars,…
  12. ResourcesHow Schedule F Could Impact Federal EmployeesExecutive Order 13957, also known as Schedule F, was advanced in October 2020 with an implementation date of January…
  13. WorkforceSocial Security Fairness ActOn November 19th, the U.S.
  14. ResourcesRequired Minimum Distributions ExplainedWhen you put money into your TSP or other tax-advantaged retirement accounts, the contributions you make have not…
  15. WorkforceCan Any American Become A Millionaire?According to Dave Ramsey, any American can become a millionaire if they follow 8 basic principles.
  16. ResourcesSalvaging the Future of Social SecurityNews reports abound with dire forecasts for the future of Social Security.
  17. RetirementWorking Longer Can Protect Your Financial Security In RetirementAccording to the Social Security Administration, one in four people turning age 65 today will live to 90.
  18. RetirementNew Year’s Resolutions For Pre-RetireesMake 2025 the year that you get proactive about becoming financially prepared for your FERS retirement.
  19. RetirementThe Two Biggest Threats To Your RetirementYou may be surprised to learn that the two biggest threats to your retirement are underestimating your longevity and…
  20. TSPRoth Conversions and the Rise of TSP MillionairesThe Thrift Savings Plan continues to evolve, introducing new features while driving substantial growth for its…
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