https://youtu.be/DjZDjBUzx2g Nobody wants to run out of money in retirement. Many choose to work longer in efforts to avoid this problem. But not having enough life for your money is a massive problem as well! Life Is Shortish Working an extra year or two often feels Read more…
https://youtu.be/iqw0mXHOB_8 If you have any unused sick leave on the books when you retire then it can help increase your pension for the rest of your life. But only if some criteria are met. What it Gets You Your pension is based on your high-3 salary, your Read more…
https://youtu.be/xyGdhbJXhv4 If you want to stay out of jail then you have to pay your taxes. But there is no reason to leave a tip. And making mistakes with TSP withdrawals is a great way to leave the government a tip. So before taking a TSP withdrawal Read more…
https://youtu.be/FVUMdKjDrfE The Best States to Retire for FERS Retirees in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide Retirement is an exciting phase of life, and for employees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), choosing the right state to retire in can significantly impact their financial well-being and overall quality of life. In Read more…
https://youtu.be/zUFVDOBSmYg As federal employees you have great retirement benefits, right? At least that is what everyone says. But do you know what all your benefits are and how to maximize all 8 of them? This guide will help make sure you do. The 8 Big Ones Read more…
https://youtu.be/JWpk7yqYEDs For federal employees, Social Security is a big deal. It is one the legs of your three-legged income stool in retirement (TSP, Pension, Social Security). And knowing when to file for Social Security is one of the biggest decisions you make in retirement. So it is Read more…
https://youtu.be/GJodW4amK3U Some of your federal benefits are incredible! But I wouldn’t go that far about your Dental/Vision (FEDVIP) insurance. Is it worth having now and into retirement? Or is there a better way? Is It Worth Having At All? In a nutshell, here is how Read more…
https://youtu.be/pW2bz-1Dq5g Over the last few months, I have spoken with dozens of special provision federal employees who were frustrated with how little information was out there about their benefits and retirement. Afterall, the special provision retirement rules differ from the normal system in 5 big ways. The FERS Read more…
https://youtu.be/UtXpsS8mTt8 Getting into the correct TSP L (lifecycle) fund can make or break your retirement. Some L funds are aggressive and some are wildly conservative with many in between. But which is best for you? What L Funds Actually Do Right now there are 10 active Read more…
Picking a FEHB (Federal Employee Health Benefit) plan can be scary but this guide will walk you through all the things you need to think about to make the best decision for you. And feel free to use the links in the Table of Contents below to jump to the Read more…
