Federal Employees Will Have Better Insurance Protections in the Event of Shutdowns
OPM has issued a final rule to strengthen certain benefits protections for federal employees in the event of a government shutdown.
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OPM Proposes New Protections for Federal Employees’ Health Benefits During Future Shutdowns
OPM is issuing a proposed rule which would ensure federal employees will not have interruptions in some of their health benefits in the event of a shutdown.
OPM Provides Fact Sheet on Pay and Benefits During the Shutdown
OPM has released a fact sheet with information on what happens to your pay and benefits during the ongoing shutdown.
Don’t Fall for These 10 Long Term Care Insurance Myths
These are several common myths that keep people from considering long term care insurance in their retirement planning.
Contingency Plan for FLTCIP? OPM Says It Doesn’t Need One
A recent IG report said OPM needs a contingency plan for the FLTCIP. OPM says that is much ado about nothing.
5 Things a Widow or Widower Would Tell You About FERS Survivor Benefits + A Common Question
How much does your spouse receive from your FERS pension if you pass away? That depends on the survivor benefit option you choose.
Quick Guide: FERS Retirement for Busy Employees
Do you know the basic benefits included under FERS? This is a quick overview of them and what each provides.
What Happens to Your Benefits If You Leave Before You Are Eligible for Retirement?
What happens to your federal benefits if you leave before you are eligible to retire? Here is a summary.
Congressmen Press OPM for Answers About FLTCIP Premium Increases
Two Congressmen are asking OPM for details on what the agency plans to do to curtail future premium increases for FLTCIP enrollees.
OPM Renews BENEFEDS Contract
OPM has renewed its contract with LTC Partners to have the company continue providing BENEFEDS services to federal employees.