Key Takeaways
Retiring at 55 as a federal or postal worker can feel rewarding, but it comes with financial penalties, reduced benefits, and long-term risks you must weigh carefully.Understanding how early retirement affects your annuity, …
The Best Time to Get Serious About TSP Strategy Is Sooner Than You Think
Key Takeaways
The earlier you build a TSP strategy, the more flexibility and growth potential you gain by retirement.Waiti…
Why Postal Employee Retirement Rules Operate Differently Than Standard Federal Worker Retirement Programs
Key Takeaways
Postal retirement benefits operate under different rules than standard federal worker programs, with unique requirements and cost-sharing arrangements shaped by the Postal Service Health Benefits (…
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…