You’re Earning a FERS Pension—But Keeping It Is All About Smart Retirement Math
Key Takeaways
Earning a FERS pension is just the starting point. Keeping it effective in retirement requires calc…
Surprising Corners of Civilian Military Employee Benefits That Hardly Anyone Talks About Until It’s Too Late
Key Takeaways
You may be overlooking benefits as a civilian military employee that could significantly improve your retirement comfort and financial security.Knowing the less-discussed aspects of…
How to Stop Guessing and Start Making Confident Decisions About Your Federal Retirement
Key Takeaways
Most federal employees nearing retirement feel uncertainty not because of lack of benefits, but because they lack a clear decision-making framework.You can replace guesswork with co…
Retiring Early From Government Work Sounds Smart—Until You Factor in the Long-Term Costs
Key Takeaways
Leaving government service early may seem attractive, but reduced benefits, delayed eligibility for full pension, and gaps in healthcare coverage can quietly erode your long-term financial security…
TSP Withdrawals Look Simple—Until You Hit Retirement and Realize These Options Aren’t Always What They Seem
Key Takeaways
The flexibility of TSP withdra…
You Don’t Need to Be a Financial Genius to Choose TSP Funds—But You Do Need a Plan
Key Takeaways
You don’t need to understand market cycles or economic forecasts to build a successful TSP strategy, but you do need to align your fund choices with your retirement goals and time horizon….