by Gary Raetz | May 27, 2019 | Miscellaneous
Last week, we talked about income taxes in retirement. Unfortunately, some things never change! So you most likely still pay some taxes after you retire, although your tax bracket and/or the amount you pay might change somewhat. We already focused on how your pension...
by Gary Raetz | May 20, 2019 | Miscellaneous
When you retire, you will say goodbye to your daily commute, your desk, your alarm clock, and perhaps a few more aspects of your current life. If you’re like most people, you might not miss these things very much! But there is one thing many of us won’t say goodbye...
by Gary Raetz | May 13, 2019 | Miscellaneous
We often talk about the perks of federal employee retirement, with one of the major benefits being the possibility of an earlier (than usual) retirement. At least compared with the private sector, federal employees stand a greater chance of retiring before their “full...
by Gary Raetz | Apr 22, 2019 | Miscellaneous
You’re eyeing retirement, knowing you enjoy one of the most comprehensive retirement packages around. But are you aware of some the other benefits offered to federal workers? Many other programs are less “advertised”, but valuable in their own right. Taking a moment...
by Gary Raetz | Apr 8, 2019 | Miscellaneous
From your three-tiered retirement system to your Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB), you’re lucky to enjoy one of the most comprehensive benefits systems in the country. And, unlike many private sector workers, you can actually take your FEHB with you when you...
by Gary Raetz | Apr 1, 2019 | Miscellaneous
It’s that time of year again! Millions of taxpayers will receive their refunds, and retailers are running tempting sales. It’s tempting to rush out and shop for a long-desired item… But what if you put that money to work for you? It’s your money, after all. You should...
