by Gary Raetz | Aug 21, 2017 | Miscellaneous
No matter where you live, it is likely that several financial advisors work in your area. They might even boast a long list of impressive credentials. However, for a federal employee, choosing a financial advisor can be a bit complicated. Your retirement benefits...
by Gary Raetz | Aug 14, 2017 | Miscellaneous
As a federal employee, how much money do you expect to stash in your Thrift Savings Plan? You will enjoy two other sources of retirement income, of course (Social Security benefits and your annuity), but you also have the power to create additional savings for...
by Gary Raetz | Aug 7, 2017 | Miscellaneous
As a federal employee, you will enjoy retirement income from three sources: Your annuity, your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and your Social Security benefits. While benefits from your annuity and your TSP withdrawals won’t begin until after you retire, some people do...
by Gary Raetz | Jul 24, 2017 | Miscellaneous
It seems that all we hear on the news lately is “healthcare, healthcare, healthcare”. Every few weeks there is a new, alarming report on the rising cost of healthcare nationwide. Then, of course, we have politicians on Capitol Hill debating, deliberating, writing, and...
by Gary Raetz | Jul 17, 2017 | Miscellaneous
As a federal employee, you already enjoy one of the best retirement plans out there. Aside from a three-tiered income program, you also have another enormous advantage in the form of your healthcare plan. Most American workers face a dilemma when planning their...