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Employers are Moving Retirees to Medicare Benefits: Why Is It So?
In the ongoing situations, people are much worried about their health and, ultimately, their life. All around the world, life has become fast and increasing death ratios. Hence, everyone wants to have a good life and leave after they die so their family can live a better life. Also, in case of m…
What effects does living abroad have on my FEHB plan?
Federal Times publishes daily “Ask the Expert” columns. The following is a reader question regarding retirement and other concerns affecting the federal worker that was sent to Federal Times. Reg Jones, a founding member of the senior executive service and a colu…
Can I stop paying my spouse’s FEHB premiums?
Reg Jones is the go-to source for information about retirement and the federal government. He worked as an assistant director for the U.S. Office of Personnel Management from 1979 to 1995, covering topics such as retirement, insurance, retirement, and wages for white- and blue-collar workers. Hi…
Using a Variable Annuity to Provide Cash in Retirement
Consider purchasing a variable annuity if you are anxious about your ability to maintain a comfortable standard of living throughout your retirement years. Variable
How will it affect your benefits if lawmakers make significant changes to retirement plans?
Significant adjustments are included in the $1.7 trillion government budget approved by both chambers of Congress last week. These changes are intended to encourage people to increase their retirement contributions. Retirement reform legislation is the first section of the lengthy, 4,155-page st…