Who Wants to be a Millionaire?
Want to be a millionaire someday? These are five habits that people who become millionaires practice that helped them get there.
Finance
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.
Federal Retirement Lone Rangers: Do They Need a Fiduciary Tonto?
The author notes that despite his handle, the original Lone Ranger didn’t actually ride alone. He had the assistance of Tonto, his trusted companion. Federal employees considering planning their retirements alone can learn from this analogy: they can often fare better with the assistance of a trusted guide to help them. The author provides suggestions on what to look for in a federally focused financial planner.
What are the ‘House Rules’ for Paying Off a Home Prior to Federal Retirement?
I am a FERS employee that has reached my Minimum Retirement Age. Is it wise to pay off our mortgage before I retire?
Medical Identity Theft: A Sickening Concern for Federal Employees
The author says that federal employees have a new concern in the realm of identity theft: medical records. He explains why this is an area of vulnerability and what federal workers can do if they think they have been a victim of medical identity theft.
2016 Financial Resolutions
Does your personal financial plan need a tune up in the new year? The author offers some suggestions to consider as part of your new year’s financial resolutions as you plan for retirement and the long term needs of your family.
I Can’t Find a Qualified Financial Advisor. Now What?
My wife and I have looked throughout our home town and can’t find even one financial advisor that specializes in working with federal employees. At the same time, I’m uncomfortable working with an advisor in another area of the country. What should we do?
Fending Off Fraud
How susceptible are you to fraudulent scams and con artists who target your life savings? Learn common scams to be aware of and how to protect yourself from the stories of these other people who found their retirement savings at risk from fraudsters.
28% of Workers Have Less Than $1,000 in Savings
The results from the 2015 Retirement Confidence Survey have just been released. Some of the data show that American workers are still not preparing adequately for retirement, but the news is not all bad.
Can You Trust Your Financial Planner?
The author lists some important questions you should ask a financial planner to know if he or she is right for helping you with your financial future.
