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TSPWhat You Need To Know About The TSP Lifecycle FundsThe Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Lifecycle Funds (L Funds) automatically divide your contributions among different…
RetirementIf You Want To Retire Soon, It’s Time To Do The MathPlanning to retire soon?
Resources5 Crucial Reasons To Purchase Long-Term Care InsuranceThe United States is in the midst of a Long-Term Care (LTC) crisis as more and more Baby Boomers reach the age…
RetirementThe Retirement Blues: 1 In 3 Retirees Experience DepressionAccording to an article published by WebMD, one in three retirees experience depression.
WorkforceWhat To Expect When The TCJA ExpiresYou may be surprised to learn that the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) for individual taxpayers (also known as the…
RetirementTiming Your FERS Retirement: Age 60 Or Age 62?Deciding on when to retire from your federal career is a huge decision that can affect the amount of the monthly FERS…
ResourcesImportant Reasons To Update Your Last Will And TestamentIf you have a Will, congratulations - you’re among the 32% of Americans who have wisely taken the initiative to…
Workforce2025 Social Security Payroll Tax Limit IncreaseThe Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a higher threshold for earnings subject to Social Security…
Retirement3 Reasons Why Women Need To Save More For RetirementAccording to the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement, women need to save more for retirement to make up for the…
Retirement10 Expenses To Include In Your Retirement BudgetWhen calculating your retirement expenses, it’s crucial to be as accurate as possible.
ResourcesThe 2025 Cost-Of-Living-Adjustment (COLA)The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the Cost-Of-Living-Adjustment (COLA) for 2025.
RetirementOptions For Retirement Under FERSWith a choice of FERS retirement options, it’s important to understand the ins and outs to determine which one is…
Resources6 Different Types Of Power Of AttorneyA Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you to select an agent to act on your behalf for financial…
RetirementDoes The Social Security Earnings Test Include Your TSP Distributions?As you know, if you file for Social Security before your Normal Retirement Age (NRA) and continue to work, you’ll be…
Benefits2025 FEHB Premium Increases For Workers & RetireesHigher FEHB premiums for 2025 make this Open Season more important than ever.
ResourcesTop 4 Reasons Grey Divorces Are On The RiseThough it’s important to understand how a Grey Divorce can impact your federal retirement benefits, learning why this…
RetirementDo You Have Your Financial Ducks In A Row?If you’re heading into retirement without a firm financial plan, the transition may be more difficult.
ResourcesLeaving An Inheritance For Your KidsBefore you rush into handing your kids their inheritance, it’s important to make sure you and your spouse have enough…
TSPBy Age 50, How Much Should You Have In Your TSP?One of the challenges when planning your federal retirement is finding information that applies to you.
RetirementPros and Cons Of Retiring OverseasThere’s no doubt about it - the cost of living in the US is much higher than most other parts of the world.