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Give Yourself a Raise with a FEGLI Option B Alternative

By Kristopher T. SmithUpdated: November 20, 2017 8:52 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Is FEGLI Option B always the best deal? The author says that unannounced rate increases can mean it may not be the most affordable option over time.

Quick Guide: FERS Retirement for Busy Employees

By Kelly MonroeOctober 5, 2017 2:51 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Do you know the basic benefits included under FERS? This is a quick overview of them and what each provides.

Now is a Good Time to Verify Your FEGLI Coverage

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 2, 2017 10:23 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Did you make changes to your FEGLI elections during last year’s open season? OPM wants you to ensure they are correct.

When Do Your FEGLI Changes Take Effect?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeUpdated: September 11, 2017 11:56 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

If you made changes to your FEGLI options in the last open season, you may be wondering when they take effect. Here are the details of what to expect.

OPM Wants You to Verify Your FEGLI Changes

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: August 18, 2017 4:23 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Did you make changes to your FEGLI elections during last year’s open season? OPM wants to make sure you get the correct coverage.

Timing the FEGLI: When It’s Best To Be Part of and Stand Out From the Masses

FedSmith.com author Tom WalkerBy Tom WalkerJune 28, 2017 3:15 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Life insurance through FEGLI is a benefit available to federal employees. The author lists some of the pros and cons of this program.

What Happens to My Benefits If I Leave Federal Service and Then Return in the Future?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeUpdated: May 2, 2017 10:21 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Q&A Leave a comment
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I’m considering leaving federal service, however, I’m wondering what would happen to my benefits if I ended up coming back in the future?

Protect Your Family with Important Estate Planning Documents

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinDecember 20, 2016 2:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Have you considered what would happen to your loved ones and to your assets after you pass away? Proper planning is important to ensure your wishes are carried out.

OPM Will No Longer Accept Corrections on Certain Retirement Forms

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: November 21, 2016 1:24 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Human Resources Leave a comment
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The Office of Personnel Management has announced that certain benefits election forms with hand made corrections will no longer be accepted.

Federal Employees and Retirees Face Hard Choices With Rising Premiums

FedSmith.com author Michael WaldBy Michael WaldUpdated: September 22, 2016 7:03 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees and retirees will face a series of difficult decisions over the next month as they think about funding their benefit contributions in the midst of rising costs.

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