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9 Strategies That Can Lead to Early Retirement
Many of us would prefer to retire earlier, rather than later. But is that option out of reach for those of us with middle class incomes? Not necessarily! An early retirement might require a bit of sacrifice, and will definitely require some smart strategizing. The following strategies could make a big difference in your ability to retire sooner....
6 Steps That Get You Closer to Federal Employee Retirement
If you’re approaching your expected retirement date in the next few years, you might be wondering what steps you will need to take in the near future. This brief guide will provide an overview of that information for FERS employees. Calculate your expected retirement income and budget. We can help with this part. Meet with us for help in...
4 Reasons to Claim Social Security Sooner Rather Than Later
In the retirement planning world, we understand that everyone has different circumstances. Some retirees need to claim their Social Security benefits right away while others can afford to wait. Claiming benefits early (as early as age 62) can mean a permanent reduction in your monthly checks. Meanwhile, you can actually claim larger monthly...
Evaluating Your Survivor Annuity Options
As a federal employee, you know that your annuity will someday comprise a significant portion of your retirement income. But those payments also end when you pass away. So, what would happen to your spouse, if both of you are dependent upon that income, but you are the first to die? Obviously, life insurance is one option. And your spouse will...
What Are You Teaching Your Adult Children About Retirement?
We often think that we’re finished teaching our children once they’ve grown up and left home. But in reality, your adult kids are still learning from you. In fact, they’re likely to make their own retirement planning decisions based largely upon what they’ve observed you do, and what you’ve shared with them. A recent study set out to determine...
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