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Thursday, January 14th, 2021
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What Happens if You Die Intestate

Published: April 2, 2020

If you die without a will, you die “intestate” and your assets will be distributed according to your state’s law. …More

Agency Impersonation Scams, Other Fraud a $3 Billion Problem

Published: March 26, 2020

Fraud against older persons, including scams in which federal agencies are impersonated, costs victims nearly $3 billion a year, says …More

The Basic Options for Survivor Benefits

Published: March 26, 2020

At retirement, you’ll have a big decision to make if you are married: Should you elect a survivor benefit for …More

Helping Your Parents Manage

Published: March 26, 2020

If you’re at the age where you have elderly parents, you may have opportunities to help them remain independent. Helping …More

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Most Retirees Never Move to New Home, Study Finds

Published: March 19, 2020

Above half of retirees never move from the homes they occupied while in their early 50s while nearly a fifth …More

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Deferred Annuity Has Attraction for Some

Published: March 19, 2020

The deferred annuity option can be attractive for federal employees who 1) aren’t currently eligible to retire under an age …More

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Using Annuities for Steady Income

Published: March 19, 2020

With people living longer and, in many cases, retiring earlier, a retirement fund might have to last for many decades. …More

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Report Considers Financial Downsides of a Longer Career

Published: March 12, 2020

A report from the Urban Institute says that those thinking of extending their working careers may face financial disincentives as …More

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FEHB Plans Required to Provide Minimum Benefits

Published: March 12, 2020

An FEHB plan’s failure to provide benefits required under basic program guidelines could become the basis for challenging a claim …More

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Considerations for Relocating in Retirement

Published: March 12, 2020

You may have decided to relocate in retirement, which might mean crossing state lines or just downsizing from a house …More

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Surprise Medical Billing from FEHB Providers Scrutinized

Published: March 5, 2020

OPM and a House committee have focused attention to the issue of “surprise” medical bills, which have emerged as a …More

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You Can Elect FEGLI Living Benefits after Retirement, but There Are Differences

Published: March 5, 2020

You may elect to receive a lump-sum living benefit payment from FEGLI if you are terminally ill and have a …More

Building a Bond Ladder for Income

Published: March 5, 2020

Before you retire, you need to anticipate how much of your portfolio you’ll withdraw. If you expect to take out …More

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Report Lists Skills Needed for Future Workplace

Published: February 27, 2020

The impact on work of emerging technologies on older workers “is of particular concern, because older workers make up a …More

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Special Considerations for Phased Retirement

Published: February 27, 2020

If you are approved for phased retirement, you’ll continue working at half-time for a period—typically one year; sometimes less, rarely …More

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Keep Current on Your IRA Beneficiary Choice

Published: February 27, 2020

Many types of assets ask you to name a beneficiary. They include IRAs, life insurance policies, annuities, payable on death …More

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Millennials Are Financially Behind Prior Generations at Same Life Stage

Published: February 20, 2020

In a report with implications not just for the Millennial generation but also for their parents who often provide them …More

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What is a Discontinued Service Retirement?

Published: February 20, 2020

If you are involuntarily separated from service and have the right combination of age and service, you may be eligible …More

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Preparing for a Retirement Move

Published: February 20, 2020

It’s never too early to think about where you’ll want to live in retirement. If you’re already retired, evaluate whether …More

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Deciding if You’re Ready to Retire and When

Published: February 19, 2020

You have worked a good honest career but you start feeling that it might be time to retire. You might …More

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Publisher’s Perspective

  • Voluntarily Preparing to End Your Career Involuntarily

    Much of the emphasis on federal retirement planning focuses on being prepared to leave employment […]

  • Fed Benefits: Happy Days or Curb Your Enthusiasm?
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    The election of Joe Biden has produced a reaction among many federal employees and their […]

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TSP

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  • Best Time to Call ThriftLine? Not Monday or Tuesday Morning
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    “Call me, don’t be afraid, you can call me, Maybe it’s late but just call […]

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Retirement Benefits

  • Survivor Benefits Before, After Retirement Differ

    If you are a CSRS employee, your spouse will receive 55 percent of the annuity […]

  • Annual Leave Cash-in Just ahead for Retiring Employees
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    One reason many federal employees choose to retire around the turn of the year is […]

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Financial & Estate Planning

  • Relieving Your Survivors of the Burden of Funeral Planning

    Although no one wants to think about their own funeral arrangements, ignoring the issue can […]

  • Beneficiary Considerations for Your IRA
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    Chances are you’ve spent a certain amount of time on the creation of your will. […]

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Retirement Policy

  • Think Hard Before Taking Refund of Retirement Contributions

    If you’re thinking of leaving government without having reached retirement eligibility, you’ll need to decide […]

  • FEHB Coverage Rules for Your Survivors
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    For your surviving family members to continue your FEHB benefits enrollment after your death, both […]

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Taxes & Insurance

  • Assigning a FEGLI Policy Means Losing Much of the Control

    You can choose to assign—that is, transfer ownership of—Federal Employees Group Life Insurance coverage. This […]

  • Adjusting Your Withholdings for Cash Flow
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    Many people like the feeling of receiving a refund each year when they do their […]

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12 mo5.15%%11.26%13.16%14.79%0.97%7.50%18.31%31.85%8.17%
YTD5.15%%11.26%13.16%14.79%0.97%7.50%18.31%31.85%8.17%
Dec1.07%%2.79%3.34%3.83%0.07%0.14%3.84%7.24%4.64%
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