
FERS Paperwork Lost or Delayed? Steps to Get Back on Track
Real Question from a Federal Employee I submitted a FERS application last year but then became ill and could not follow up. I did receive

Can a 401(k) Contribution Save Your FERS Supplement?
Real Question from a Federal Employee Question 1705 from Sallie: I have a question about the FERS Supplement. I am going to retire from the

What Happens to Your Social Security If You Die Before Claiming?
Real Question from a Federal Employee I have a question regarding social security. I will have the higher benefit and plan on not collecting social

Why Every SF-50 Matters for Your FERS Retirement
When getting ready for federal retirement, many employees pay attention to eligibility dates, pension estimates, and benefit choices. One often missed and potentially expensive problem

Healthy Today, But Should You Still Get Medicare B?
Real Question from a Federal Employee Question 1695 from Swatti: I have FEHB BC/BS Basic plan and have to decide on Medicare Part B. I

Does the Earnings Limit Still Apply When Your Supplement Stops at 62?
Real Question from a Federal Employee I’m currently retired from the postal service and have been receiving postal supplements. At the age of 61. I

Social Security: What YOU Need to Know
Social Security is one of the most talked about and misunderstood parts of retirement planning. For many federal employees nearing retirement, online discussions, headlines, and

Social Security: The Bridge Strategy!
When you hear the word “bridge,” you probably picture the Golden Gate or Brooklyn Bridge, not your retirement income. For federal employees, though, a bridge

Viral Finance: Should You Trust Trends?
From Magazines To TikTok Financial “trends” are nothing new; only the platforms have changed. Decades ago, investors chased the latest ideas from glossy money magazines

Is YOUR Social Security Taxable?
https://youtu.be/xIjeO–32Lc Most federal employees are surprised to learn that up to 85% of their Social Security benefits may be taxable in retirement. In this episode,

FERS Pension Going Down in 2026
We’re all feeling the impact of inflation. Groceries, gas, utilities… everything costs more. Unfortunately, federal retirees may soon feel it even more directly. For many,

Wait, FEHB Is Auto-Enrolling You in Medicare Part D? Here’s What You Need to Know
Are Federal Employees Being Auto-Enrolled in Medicare Part D? If you’re enrolled in a Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan that now offers Medicare Part