Insurance Benefits to Surviving Children
If you are an employee or retiree covered by the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance program, on your death the …More
If you are an employee or retiree covered by the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance program, on your death the …More
If you’re shopping for whole life insurance, an agent likely will show you an “illustration,” a computerized printout that might …More
Individuals looking to continue working after retirement could be thwarted by age discrimination, a study by the Federal Reserve of …More
The Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) and the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) are handled …More
A decision on whether to hold certain investments inside your tax-deferred retirement plan or outside also depends on: * Your …More
One argument being raised in favor of increasing eligibility ages for Social Security and other retirement-related benefits is that increases …More
The annual increases in Federal Employees Health Benefits program premiums have many employees late in their careers thinking about dropping …More
Life insurance commonly is used to provide some financial security for your spouse and children. But you may have to …More
A retirement savings strategy should include a Plan B in case of inability to continue saving at a projected rate …More
CSRS employees need to understand that their annuities may be reduced–by the decades-old “Catch-62” provision–if they haven’t made a deposit …More
Trust fees vary widely so it pays to shop around and get quotes before making any commitments. Be sure you …More
Views of retirement and preparations for it vary by generations, according to the TransAmerica Center for Retirement Studies, but one …More
A federal employee who marries has a number of decisions to make regarding benefits. Survivor annuity When you get married, …More
The start of a new year is a good time to review your designations of beneficiaries on accounts such as …More
Health care and supportive services for aging people are important in whether a community is an attractive place for them …More
By law (5 U.S. Code 8905), you can continue your coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program in retirement …More
Life insurance may play a vital role in an estate plan because insurance proceeds can be counted on to provide …More
While more workers are hoping to continue working longer, older workers still face barriers, a study has concluded. The trend …More
At retirement, you’ll have a big decision to make: Should you elect a survivor benefit for your spouse? The downside …More
When you create a will, you’ll name an executor or personal representative. That person will be the “quarterback” of your …More
More workers are putting off claiming Social Security benefits but the reason has little to do with the increase in …More
There is a common misconception that the Federal Employees Health Benefits program covers long-term care needs. In fact, long-term care …More
An IRA that’s relatively modest, when you retire, still can generate a substantial amount for your beneficiaries, if you pass …More
One way the federal government’s retirement program is superior is that it provides more financial security to lower-income workers – …More
The turn of the year is a natural time to do a reassessment of finances. One subject to make sure …More
After you retire, the paychecks will stop coming and while the annuity will start, it won’t be as large as …More
Providing caregiving help for an elderly relative–common among workers later in their careers–carries personal and financial risks, says a report …More
If you die while employed by the federal government and are married, your spouse will be entitled to a survivor …More
If you have a second home you might want to rent it out either periodically or on a long-term basis. …More
Health insurance remains the most important benefit to workers, according to an Employee Benefit Research Institute study, with 87 percent …More
TSP | L Income | L 2020 | L 2030 | L 2040 | L 2050 | G Fund | F Fund | C Fund | S Fund | I Fund |
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Feb | 1.29% | % | 2.74% | 3.2% | 3.62% | 0.33% | -1.41% | 5.34% | 6.03% | 2.74% |
YTD | 1.66% | % | 3.15% | 3.62% | 4.04% | 0.67% | -1.6% | 7.1% | 3.48% | 2.51% |
10yr | 4.1% | % | 6.98% | 7.73% | 8.34% | 2.35% | 1.63% | 12.69% | 8.64% | 4.75% |