Tom Walker
Tom Walker is a Chartered Federal Employee Benefits Consultant and founder of Walker Capital Preservation Group, Inc. He believes strongly in empowering today's federal employees through benefits education at retirement workshops and through featured publications. He has compiled many greatly informative resources at his website, www.WalkerCPG.com and WalkerCPG Facebook page.
Glass Half Full: A Review of Your Federal Benefits Beyond 2018
Federal employees are understandably concerned about recent proposals to cut their pay and benefits, however, the author points out that there are still plenty of reasons to remain positive.
Timing the FEGLI: When It’s Best To Be Part of and Stand Out From the Masses
Life insurance through FEGLI is a benefit available to federal employees. The author lists some of the pros and cons of this program.
The 7 Biggest Risks to Federal Retirees
The author outlines seven areas on which to focus as part of your retirement planning process.
From Dream to Reality: How to Define and Design Your Federal Retirement
Having a plan is crucial for a successful retirement. The author provides some ideas on how to start the planning process.
The Four Motivations Behind Every Retirement Decision
The author says there are four motivations that drive our retirement decisions, and if too many of them go unaddressed, it can create a less secure financial future.
The Three P’s of ‘Pre-tirement’ Planning: Project, Protect, and Perfect
These three points are critical in helping you develop a successful retirement plan for life after your federal career.
Financial Fitness: Your New Year’s Resolution
For many people, the new year represents a fresh start. The author provides some suggestions on how to develop long lasting financial goals to put you on a path towards a comfortable retirement.
National DEAF-icit: Debt, Taxes, and Your Retirement
The author says that taxes are likely to be higher in the future when current federal employees are at or nearing retirement. He outlines some options available to federal workers to help offset future tax burdens.
5 Financial Pillars for Young Federal Employees to Build Upon
The earlier you start saving for retirement, the better off you will be financially when you finally get there. Here are some tips for younger federal employees to help them build a stronger financial base for the future.
Debt Ceiling Looms… Again
Borrowing money has become commonplace for the federal government to fund its operations. What is this likely to mean for future tax rates? The author provides an analysis.
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