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Happy Financial Planning Month! October is the perfect time to cozy up with your goals, take a fresh look at your finances, and make a few simple updates that can help support a stronger financial future. Whether you are reviewing your budget, updating be

How buying back active-duty time can boost your FERS pension and move up your retirement eligibility Many federal employees bring prior military service into their civilian careers. For those transitioning into federal roles, especially in 6(c) positions

The benefit decisions that get locked in the moment one spouse retires and how to plan for both It's common in federal service for two people in the same profession, or within the same system, to build a life together. When both spouses are federal employ

A look at FERS disability, workers' comp and Social Security and how they fit together if injury or illness ends your career early Federal service always comes with some level of risk. For employees in 6(c) positions, law enforcement, firefighting, and ai

Why law enforcement, firefighters and air traffic controllers get a different, and often misunderstood, path to retirement If law enforcement and military people know anything, it's that operational effectiveness starts with training and planning. From ma

Every year you delay planning can quietly shrink your pension, your TSP growth and your options later More than likely, you didn't choose a federal law enforcement, firefighting, air traffic control, healthcare, STEM fields or a standard General Schedule

The documentation mistakes that turn a smooth federal retirement into a months-long wait After working maybe 20 years at a physically and mentally demanding career, the last thing you want is for that first retirement annuity check to arrive smaller than

ALEXANDRIA, Va., September 10, 2026--The Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) today announced that Command Sergeant Major (CSM) (Retired) John Sampa will join its Board of Directors effective September 1, 2026, following his service on the Board of Dir

Experienced leader transitions from 5Star Life Board to AFBA Board ALEXANDRIA, Va. - The Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) today announced that Command Sergeant Major (CSM) (Retired) John Sampa will join its Board of Directors effective September 1,