An Overview of FERS & Different Types of RetirementTypes of service used for determining eligibility to retire under FERSEmployee and agency contributions to FERSMilitary service and temporary timeThe FERS annuity computationMinimum age and service requirementsEarly retirementDeferred retirement and “postponed” retirement Understanding the Annuity ComputationAmount of an annuityLength of service and unused sick leaveHigh-3 aver...

An Overview of FERS & CSRS SurvivorshipDifferences between the two retirement systems’ benefitsQualifying relativesCost of electing benefitsWhat forms should be filled out to ensure qualifying relatives receive the survivorshipOther Information for FERS & CSRS AnnuitantsSpousal Survivor annuities (including former spouses)Cost to give an insurable interest survivor annuityInformation about the basic employee death benefitChild an...

An Overview of How Federal Benefits are TaxedFERS AnnuityCSRS AnnuityTSP Withdrawals from both Traditional and Roth TSP accountsSurvivor BenefitsEd reviews how the IRS treats each of these items for Federal Employees. Other Tax Planning Topics to ConsiderThe taxation of Social Security Benefits, how much the state you live in impacts your net amount of income, and which states have the highest and lowest property tax rates The 2017 Tax LawHow...

An Overview of Financial Planning for Federal EmployeesSetting goalsPractical considerationsProjecting future income needsHow much money will you need saved when you retire?How do your retirement benefits come into play?The Retirement “Tripod”CSRS and FERS annuities, plus military pensionsSocial Security benefitsTSP, IRAs, and other savings/investmentsEd thoroughly explores all 3 components! Other Information to ConsiderHealth Insu...

An Overview of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)Contributions and how they work, including limits and getting the biggest matchWays to maximize tax savingsThe main differences between Roth and Traditional TSP accountsUnderstanding the Different FundsAn overview of the five main TSP funds (G, F, C, S, & I) and the Lifecycle (or “L” Funds), plus tips for developing an effective investment strategy that matches your time horizon, risk...

Federal Retirement Benefits for CSRS/CSRS-offset An Overview of CSRS & Different Types of Retirement Types of service used for determining eligibility to retire under CSRS Employee and agency contributions to CSRS Military service and temporary time The CSRS annuity computation Minimum age and service requirements Early retirement and deferred retirement Understanding the Annuity Computation Amount of an annuity Length of service and unuse...

An Overview of Health Insurance for Federal EmployeesAn overview of federal health benefits in retirementPremium costsPlan changes and what to know about Open SeasonsTriCare and other FEHB plansHealthcare Flexible Savings Account strategies,MedicareUnderstanding the Vision and Dental PlansEnrollmentPremiumsHow it works with your Health Benefits, Annuity, TSP and other components of the Federal Retirement Benefit Package... plus more!

An Overview of TSP for Special Provision Employees How TSP fits into a special provisions employee's overall retirement How much to contribute Traditional vs. Roth TSP Can special provisions employees also contribute to an IRA? Investment options Military TSP Accounts Advantages and Disadvantages of TSP loans TSP Withdrawals ... and more!

A Detailed Overview of Long-Term Care Insurance Costs Inflation protection Benefit amounts Waiting periods Activities of daily living Everything you need to know to make a decision about LTC insurance. Understanding Your LTC Options Pros and cons of the Federal LTC Insurance Program Alternatives to LTC insurance ... plus more information about Long Term Care insurance specifically for federal employees, federal retirees, and their families.

An Overview of FERS & Different Types of RetirementTypes of service used for determining eligibility to retire under FERSEmployee and agency contributions to FERSMilitary service and temporary timeThe FERS annuity computationMinimum age and service requirementsEarly retirementDeferred retirement and “postponed” retirementUnderstanding the Annuity ComputationAmount of an annuityLength of service and unused sick leaveHigh-3 avera...