Federal Government Employees
As a Federal Employee Your Retirement Benefits Are Complex
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Federal government employees’ benefits are particularly complex. We work with employees from a number of agencies and have a thorough understanding of their often-nuanced retirement options. We can help you understand your options and create a financial framework to achieve your goals now and in retirement.
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Our expertise includes:
Pensions
We have helped federal government employees understand their pension options under both the Civil Service Retirement Act (CSRS) and the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS), and you can find more information on the FERS annuity here. We will work one on one with you to analyze your potential retirement scenarios, including early retirement, using a FERS Supplement, and how your pension interacts with Social Security.
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Options
We will collaborate with you in selecting the best TSP strategy in light of your overall situation and retirement goals. Please see our TSP retirement planning page for more information on the TSP plan options you face and how we can help provide you clarity.
Insurance
As a federal government employee, you have access to the largest group life insurance program in the world, the Federal Employees’ Government Life Insurance (FEGLI). We will help you determine whether you need coverage in retirement, and if so identify the coverage available to you as a retiree so you can select the optimal combination for your situation.
Early Retirement
If you are a federal employee considering early retirement, we will work with you to determine if early retirement is feasible and, if so, draft a road map to get you there. As part of our planning, we will help you create a budget for retirement, calculate your retirement income, and address potential red flags such as age and TSP restrictions.
Your Personalized Plan
Whether you plan to retire early or not, we will build a financial framework to help you achieve your goals. Beyond the benefits specific to federal government employees, your comprehensive plan will incorporate your other needs such as budgeting, cash flow, tax planning, and estate planning.
If you are interested in seeing how a federal employee financial advisor can help you make a smooth transition into retirement, please contact us. We offer a complimentary consultation and would be happy to talk with you.
