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Federal Retirement Benefits

What Happens to Your Federal Benefits When You Retire?

As a government employee, your federal benefits are among some of the best in the United States. Not only do you get comprehensive health coverage, but you’re also eligible for low to no cost life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a host of other benefits.  However, as you near retirement, you may find yourself asking

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Calculating Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

The Top 5 Considerations For Proactive TSP Management

For federal employees, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is an invaluable piece of the retirement puzzle. After all, the “agency matching” that your employer provides essentially means you’re getting free money on top of what you are already contributing on your own.  On the surface, managing your TSP so that you’re maximizing your benefits seems

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What is a TSP (Thrift Savings Plan)? And What Does It Do? (Your How-To Guide)

In 1986, the Federal Employees’ Retirement Security Act established a new qualified retirement plan known as the TSP or Thrift Savings Plan. Similar to a 401k, this plan is offered to federal employees and members of the armed forces.  Today, many federal employees find themselves with questions about their TSP. These questions include the benefits

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