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October 11, 2024

what is a direct rollover vs 60 day rollover

The 60-day rollover rule requires you to reinvest money from one retirement account into another within 60 days to avoid taxes and penalties.
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October 11, 2024

2025 Social Security COLA and 2024 GS Pay Scale Estimates for D.C., Florida, and More

As we near 2025, retirees, government workers, and everyone living on a fixed income are eyeing the Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and federal General Schedule (GS) pay scale updates.
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October 10, 2024

What Are 2025 IRMAA Brackets - 2024 And 2026

The Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) is an additional fee that certain Medicare beneficiaries may need to pay on their Part B and Part D premiums.
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October 9, 2024

401 a vs 403 b: Difference And Benefits

Both 401(a) and 403(b) plans serve as retirement savings vehicles to help individuals prepare for their future.
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October 7, 2024

What Happens To 401k When You Die?

A 401(k) is an employer-sponsored retirement savings plan that offers tax advantages.
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October 4, 2024

Guide to 2025 GS Pay Scale for Federal Employees

Below is an estimated 2025 GS pay scale increase​ table for 2025, created by taking the 2024 GS table and applying the anticipated 1.7% salary increase, which will take effect at the beginning of the next calendar year.
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September 27, 2024

What Is A TPA 401k ?

So, what is a 401(k) TPA? When a company sets up a 401(k) or any retirement plan, who manages it—the employer or the employees? That’s where a third-party administrator steps in. They play a critical role in ensuring the smooth management of your retirement plan.
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September 27, 2024

Roth IRA vs Roth TSP: Enhance Your Retirement Savings

Both TSPs and IRAs offer Roth options, meaning your contributions are made with after-tax dollars, and withdrawals during retirement are tax-free.
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September 26, 2024

What Is FERS Annuity Supplement? And Earnings Limit 2024

The FERS Annuity Supplement is a temporary benefit designed for federal employees who retire before the age of 62.
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September 25, 2024

TSP vs. Roth IRA: What's the Difference?

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a retirement savings and investment program specifically tailored for federal employees and members of the U.S. military.
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September 25, 2024

Federal Disability Retirement - What Conditions Qualify For Federal Disability Retirement?

The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) provides disability retirement benefits to federal employees who are unable to carry out their job responsibilities due to a disability.
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September 25, 2024

FERS MRA: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) Eligibility And Minimum Retirement Age (MRA)

The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) was established in 1986 and came into effect on 1 January 1987.
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