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FEGLI vs WAEPA

FEGLI vs. WAEPA: Choosing the Right Life Insurance for Federal Employees

As a federal employee, life insurance options can sometimes feel overwhelming. Two primary choices are...
financial wellness survey

TSP Financial Wellness: Insights from the 2023 Survey and Beyond

As we approach the midpoint between the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board's biennial Financial Wellness...
long term care

Will FLTCIP come back?

In light of our article today on long-term care, you may be wondering about the...
govt shutdown

Staying Prepared: A Federal Employee’s Guide to Weathering Government Shutdowns

As a federal employee, the threat of a government shutdown is a recurring challenge that...
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Federal vs Private Sector: Compensation Trends and Job Realities

A recent Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report comparing federal and private sector employee compensation in...
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FERS Options for Deferred or Postponed Retirement

While "deferred" and "postponed" are often used interchangeably to mean delaying an action, they have...
High Deductible Health Plans and Health Savings Accounts for Federal Employees

High Deductible Health Plans and Health Savings Accounts for Federal Employees

As a Federal employee, understanding your health insurance options within the Federal Employees Health Benefits...
TSP Withdrawals After Service

TSP Withdrawals After Service

Navigating the complexities of Thrift Savings Plan withdrawals after separating from federal service can be...
TSP Death Benefits – What Your Beneficiaries Need to Know

TSP Death Benefits – What Your Beneficiaries Need to Know

Last week, we discussed the importance of ensuring your beneficiary designations are in order. Let's...
TSP Death Benefits – PLEASE Check Your Beneficiaries

TSP Death Benefits – PLEASE Check Your Beneficiaries

No one wants to think about planning for death – but sadly this is a...