TSP Hardship Withdrawals: A Lifeline or a Trap?
How do TSP hardship withdrawals work, and what are the pros and cons of this feature of the TSP?
Author: David Fei
Roth TSP and Roth IRA 5-Year Rule on Withdrawals and Conversions
How does the 5-year rule impact withdrawals from Roth TSP and Roth IRA accounts?
IRS Finalizes Beneficiary RMD and 10-Year Rule on Inherited IRA
New IRS regulations clarify controversial rules around required minimum distributions and inherited IRAs.
FEGLI Basic Life Insurance: Biggest Missed Retirement Benefit for Federal Retirees
How does FEGLI work for retired federal employees?
VERA and VSIP: A Guide to Early Federal Retirement
What are the VERA and VSIP? Should federal employees utilize these if they are eligible to do so? These are some considerations.
Which FEHB Plan Has Overseas Coverage? Federal Employee Health Benefit for Expats
Federal employees planning to retire overseas need to be aware of the implications for Medicare and FEHB plans.
Parent PLUS Loans: Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Under the right circumstances, Parent PLUS loans are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Retiring Abroad? Changes to Federal Benefits, Social Security Benefits, and Tax Rules for an Expat
Are you a federal employee considering retiring overseas? These are some important financial considerations.
Will I Get Social Security If the Trust Fund Goes Bankrupt?
News reports imply that the Social Security trust fund is going broke. Should you include Social Security income in your retirement planning?
Changed Your Mind About Taking Social Security Early? Here Are Your Options
If you start Social Security early but regret the decision, you have options. These are the options and considerations.
