Tag: Retirement for Federal Employees

The Most Important Medicare Changes That Retirees Need to Understand Before Entering 2025 Healthcare Markets

Key Takeaways
Medicare in 2025 introduces significant changes, including new out-of-pocket spending caps, higher premiums and deductibles, and expanded provider coverage for mental health services.

TRICARE and Federal Retirement Don’t Always Work Together—Watch Out for These Overlap Problems Before You File

Key Takeaways
TRICARE and federal retirement benefits do not automatically align. If you’re not careful, coordination issue…

What Every Divorced Federal Employee Should Know About Splitting Retirement Benefits

Key Takeaways
A divorce can significantly affect your federal retirement benefits, including pension, TSP, and survivor annuity. …

The Silent Tug of War Over TSP Accounts During Divorce Settlements for Federal Workers and Retirees

Key Takeaways
A Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) account is considered marital property during divorce, making it subject to divisio…

Federal Employee News Headlines That Actually Change Retirement Planning Strategies More Than Market Updates Ever Do

Key Takeaways
Policy headlines about retirement rules, annuity calculations, or healthcare coverage often alter your financial path more than day-to-day market changes.Staying alert to federal wo…

Before You Assume Medicare Will Cover Everything, Here’s What Feds Learn Too Late in Retirement

Key Takeaways
Medicare is essential, but it doesn’t cover everything. Many federal retirees face unexpected expenses because the…