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Guide to CSRS Spousal Survivor Benefits at the Death of an Employee or an Annuitant
Edward A. Zurndorfer, CFP
Learn the details of CSRS survivor benefits for spouses of deceased employees and retirees. Numerous practical examples are included. . . . more

Guide to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
Learn the rules regarding contributions to an IRA and the TSP, transfering money between the two, roll-overs, plus the tax consequences . . . more

A Guide to Roth IRA Conversions
Converting the balances of your IRAs, 401k's (like the Thrft Savings Plan) rollovers and other qualified retirement plans into Roth IRAs will become much more attractive next year because of changes in federal rules. Still, such conversions should be carefully considered by investors. It's not too early to begin planning for this process. . . . more

Quick Guide to Federal Employee Insurance (FEHB, FEDVIP, FLTCIP, FSAFEDS, and FEGLI)
A handy 7-page PDF chart that answers 37 of the most common questions about federal employee insurance programs. . . . more

8 Federal Career Strategies for the Almost Retired
Kathryn Troutman, Federal Career Expert
Has the slumping economy and the hit to your Thrift Savings Plan derailed your retirement plans? Federal career expert Kathryn Troutman provides 8 inspiring tips to keep you moving along toward your goal to retire sooner, rather than later. . . . more

Delaying Your Federal Retirement Plans? Resume Writing Strategies to Get a Promotion: 6 Easy Steps
Kathryn Troutman, Federal Career Expert
If you are delaying your plans to retire due to the slumping economy, consider these six steps in getting a promotion in your federal career. . . . more

Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) Guide: How the Social Security WEP Affects Federal Retirees & Spouses
Edward A. Zurndorfer, CFP
Learn what the WEP is, why it was created, who is affected, and 3 steps on how to calculate its potential reduction in Social Security benefits. Includes helpful links to other resources, plus a handy chart to determine the maximum monthly amount your benefit may be reduced. . . . more

Retirement Relocation: Cost of Living Calculator
Thinking of moving before or after you retire? Use this simple calculator to compare the differences in cost of living of where you live now to your new destination. . . . more

Retirement Job Search Resources for Federal Employees
A directory of retirement job search sites and best companies to work for as a retiree . . . more

CHECKLIST: Your Survivor's "Peace of Mind"
Have you provided your survivors with the critical details they will need when you pass away? Use this checklist to make sure your survivors have peace of mind. . . . more

VIDEO: Retirement Planning Tips and Trends for Baby Boomers
View online videos (free): a two-part documentary from PBS that explores the many challenges and opportunities faced by the 78 million Baby Boomers who are now heading into retirement . . . more

FEHB and Medicare: How They Work Together for Federal Employees
A brief overview of how the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Plan and Medicare work together. Includes a handy FEHB and Medicare primary payer reference chart. . . . more

Retirement Relocation Tools: Taxes, Community Comparisons and More
Several useful websites that will help you examine the "best fit" location for your desired retirement lifestyle. . . . more

2009 Federal Pay Tables General Schedule and Locality Charts
2009 federal employee pay raise tables and locality charts are now available . . . more

FERS and CSRS Creditable Service (Deposit and Redeposit) Flow Charts
Use these easy-to-follow flow charts for the often complex determination of FERS or CSRS creditable service (deposit and redeposit). . . . more

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