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Should Federal Retirees with FEHB Enroll in Medicare Part D?

By Danielle K. RobertsUpdated: July 13, 2020 4:14 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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If you carry FEHB into retirement, should you also enroll in Medicare Part D?

How Medicare and FEHB Work Together

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJune 17, 2020 9:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Should federal employees enroll in Medicare if they are covered by FEHB? These are some important considerations.

Financial Tips for Federal Employees and Retirees: January 2020

By Alexis HongamenJanuary 13, 2020 8:32 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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These are some tips for federal employees and retirees regarding Medicare, the TSP and taxes.

Long-Term Care: Having “The Talk” Over the Holidays

By Greg KlinglerDecember 19, 2019 8:33 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Although it can be a difficult subject for families, the author says the holidays provide a good opportunity to discuss long-term care plans.

Should You Enroll in Medicare if you Have an FEHB Plan?

By Danielle RobertsDecember 9, 2019 2:24 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Should you add Medicare to your FEHB insurance in retirement? These are the various parts of Medicare to know about when weighing this option.

2020 Medicare Part B Premiums Announced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 9, 2019 8:01 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How much will Medicare Part B premiums increase in 2020?

The Consequences of Working Past Age 65

By Brandon ChristySeptember 25, 2019 1:44 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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There are advantages to working later in life, but also some potential downsides. Here are some important points to consider.

Social Security, Medicare Projected to Continue Gradual Financial Declines

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApril 23, 2019 8:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The 2019 Trustees reports show that Medicare and Social Security are viable for now but remain on an unsustainable financial path.

Will Social Security be Gone by the Time I Retire?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithMarch 20, 2019 2:41 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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A question younger Americans often ask is, “Will Social Security be there when I retire?” The author explores this scenario and what threats the program faces.

Medicare and FEHB: A Bizarre Arrangement

By Robert F. BensonUpdated: February 5, 2019 8:11 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The author says that Medicare and FEHB are good benefits separately, but they do not work well when used together.

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Daily TSP Performance

June 8, 2023

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $17.5239 +0.01% +1.68%
F Fund $18.6424 +0.45% +2.39%
C Fund $66.3693 +0.63% +12.67%
S Fund $67.7368 -0.06% +10.09%
I Fund $37.5767 +0.88% +10.71%
L Income $23.8068 +0.19% +4.18%
L 2025 $12.0571 +0.27% +5.54%
L 2030 $42.1098 +0.41% +7.77%
L 2035 $12.5628 +0.45% +8.36%
L 2040 $47.2545 +0.48% +8.94%
L 2045 $12.8647 +0.51% +9.45%
L 2050 $28.0431 +0.54% +9.95%
L 2055 $13.6896 +0.62% +11.63%
L 2060 $13.6882 +0.62% +11.63%
L 2065 $13.6865 +0.62% +11.63%
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