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Survivor Benefit

Is Life Insurance Better Than the FERS Survivor Benefit?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJul 2, 2024 1:05 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

FERS survivor benefits options are expensive. Can federal employees ave money by using life insurance instead?

5 Ways a FERS Basic Annuity May Be Reduced

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzMay 22, 2024 7:15 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees will have some expenses in retirement that cut into their monthly annuity payments, so budgeting for these in advance is important.

Does OPM or the Ex-Wife Have to Prove Existence of Survivor Benefits?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 12, 2024 9:55 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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When her former spouse died while still employed, the ex-wife tried to persuade OPM that she was entitled to a survivor’s annuity.

4 Questions to Resolve Before Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsFeb 5, 2024 1:31 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are four important questions federal employees should consider before retirement.

How to Confirm Your Retirement Take-Home Income

FedSmith.com author Steven PuckettBy Steven PuckettDec 8, 2023 9:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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It is important for federal employees to know how to calculate their take home income in retirement.

Survivor and Death Benefits for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerJul 24, 2023 7:17 AM Categories Pay & Benefits
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What happens when a federal employee passes away while still working? This is a guide for survivor benefits to claim.

Don’t Overlook Medicare, Survivor Benefits, and Health Savings Accounts

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerMay 1, 2023 11:11 AM Categories Retirement

Medicare, health savings accounts (HSA), and survivor’s annuities are important components of a federal employee’s retirement planning.

Four Personal Budget Factors Federal Retirees Must Anticipate

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterMay 3, 2022 8:37 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal retirement budgets will be very different because of taxes, insurance costs, pension deductions for survivor benefits, and Medicare.

Marriage, Divorce, and Survivor Benefits for FERS and CSRS

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeApr 20, 2022 11:38 AM | Updated: Jan 15, 2024 1:31 PM Categories Retirement

How do survivor benefits work under FERS and CSRS in situations such as divorce or getting married after retiring?

Federal Retirement Elections – Decisions For Life, Better Get Them Right!

FedSmith.com author Charles DzamaBy Charles DzamaApr 14, 2022 9:31 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees face a number of benefits options when retiring, and it is important that they fully understand them to ensure they make the best selections.

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April 14, 2026

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C Fund $111.8484 +1.18% +2.13%
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L Income $29.9595 +0.33% +2.45%
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