Retirement Planning

Cracking the Retirement Code

Deciphering the all-important Standard Form 50.

  • Tammy Flanagan

More Retirement Myth Busting

Some additional common misperceptions and half-truths.

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Retirement Myth Busting

A look at some common misperceptions.

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Social Security Services and Scams

What you need to know about recent changes in agency operations and ongoing fraud schemes.

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Splitting Up and Splitting Benefits

In the federal retirement world, divorces can be complicated.

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What Happens to My Retirement If I Resign?

Answers to this and other hypothetical questions.

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The Value of an Annuity Supplement

How the FERS supplement is calculated, and when it can be reduced.

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A Frequently Misunderstood Benefit

A look at the FERS supplement.

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Long Term Peace of Mind

A look at how the long term care insurance process plays out.

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The Best Date to Start Taking Social Security Benefits

A reader poses a question that’s trickier than it seems.

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In Case You’re Wondering What You’d Make in Retirement

It’s fairly easy to calculate your own estimate of your benefit.

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How (Not) to Manage Your TSP During a Pandemic

Now is not the time to panic, even if you’re close to retirement.

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How (Not) to Retire During a Pandemic

Now is not the best time to leave.

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Retirement Considerations for Women

Women are more likely to experience a savings shortfall.

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Protect Yourself, Your Money and Your Benefits From Scammers

There are things you should know about securing your retirement benefits and savings, Medicare and Social Security benefits.

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Staying Healthy Can Pay Off, In Cash

Not only does paying attention to wellness make for a more enjoyable retirement, it can help you get rewards from your health insurance plan.

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Setting the Retirement Process in Motion

You’ve met your retirement goals. Now it’s time to start the countdown.

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Keys to the TSP

Managing your Thrift Savings Plan account requires education and preparation.

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Continuing Your Insurance Into Retirement

Answers to common questions about managing the multiple benefits available to you.

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Things You May Not Know About Annual Pay and Benefits Increases

The differences between COLAs and salary hikes.

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Your 2020 To-Do List

These resolutions could lead to a more financially secure retirement.

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