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08/31/2026

When planning for retirement, there’s one factor you can’t afford to overlook: inflation.

Over time, rising costs can quietly chip away at your purchasing power, meaning the money you’ve worked hard to save may not go as far as you expected in retirement.

Watch the following short video, “Inflation: The Sneaky Thief,” to learn how inflation can impact your retirement and why accounting for it is an important part of building a long-term financial strategy.

08/28/2026

Life Insurance Is for the Ones You Promise to Protect

Life insurance may not be something you enjoy thinking about, but if someone depends on you financially, having the right protection can make all the difference.

At FedAdvantage, we make understanding your options easier. No matter where you are in life, we can help you determine the amount of coverage that fits your needs and helps protect the people who matter most!

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08/27/2026

After more than 30 years of helping federal employees prepare for retirement, we have seen firsthand how certain decisions can have a lasting impact on your financial future.

In fact, four key decisions stand out as some of the most important choices federal employees will make as they approach retirement.

You’ve worked hard for your retirement. Make sure you’re making informed decisions that can help you get the most out of it.

Visit FedAdvantage.com to learn more about the benefits, resources, and services available exclusively to active federal employees.

Here are 4 Critical Decisions Every Federal Employees Must Make Bef...

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day!

Today is the perfect day to celebrate the unconditional love, loyalty, and joy our dogs bring into our lives. One of the best ways to show that love is by being prepared for the unexpected.

Pet insurance can help protect both your pet’s health and your finances by providing support for unexpected veterinary expenses. Instead of relying solely on emergency savings, the right coverage can give you peace of mind and help ensure your four-legged family member gets the care they need when it matters most.

From all of us at FedAdvantage, Happy National Dog Day to you and your furry friends!

In a world where our furry companions are more than just pets – they're family – the question of pet insurance's worthiness becomes increasingly significant. Because there's no way to predict how or when your pets will get sick or how much it will cost. In the past five years, the number of insu...

08/25/2026

About 10 years from retirement? Now is a great time to start thinking about what you want that next chapter to look like.

Will you travel, relocate, pursue new hobbies, spend more time with family, or continue working? Just as importantly, will your retirement income support the lifestyle you envision?

Retirement can feel overwhelming when you try to tackle everything at once. Starting early gives you time to prepare, make adjustments, and approach retirement with greater confidence.

Check out these 10 key considerations for the 10 years before retirement to help you start planning today.

If you're a decade or so away from retirement, you've probably spent at least some time thinking about this major life change. How will you manage the transition? Will you travel, take up a new sport or hobby, or spend more time with friends and family? Should you consider relocating? Will you conti...

08/24/2026

Are emotions influencing the way you invest?

Behavioral finance shows us that financial decisions aren’t always based on facts and logic alone. Fear, excitement, and other emotions can influence our choices, sometimes causing us to react before thinking about the long-term impact.

Watch the following short video, “Are Your Investment Decisions Influenced by Emotions?” to see how emotions can affect investing and why recognizing them can help you make more thoughtful financial decisions.

08/21/2026

Have you heard of dollar-cost averaging? You may already be using it without even realizing it.

If you contribute a set amount from each paycheck to your retirement plan, you're automatically investing on a regular schedule. This simple strategy can help take the emotion out of investing and keep you consistently working toward your long-term goals.

Watch this short video to learn how dollar-cost averaging works and discover three potential benefits of making it part of your retirement strategy.

08/20/2026

Most people insure their home, car, and other valuables—but what about their paycheck?

Your ability to earn an income is one of your greatest financial assets. If an illness or injury kept you from working, would your current benefits be enough?

At FedAdvantage, we offer a complimentary Disability Financial Impact Analysis that shows how disability insurance works alongside your existing federal benefits, FERS Disability Retirement, and accumulated leave.

Learn how protecting your income today can help protect your financial future tomorrow.

People ordinarily buy property and casualty insurance to protect their possessions (houses, cars, and furniture) and life insurance to provide income for their survivors. However, many people don't think about protecting their income with disability income insurance. But how well could you live if y...

08/18/2026

Did you know that FERS Disability Retirement and Disability Insurance are not the same thing?

FERS Disability Retirement is generally a last resort for employees who can no longer work. Disability insurance, on the other hand, is designed to provide income replacement if you're unable to work due to a covered illness or injury—helping protect your paycheck while you recover.

At FedAdvantage, we offer disability insurance options created specifically for federal employees to help bridge gaps that traditional benefits may leave behind.

Want to see the potential impact a disability could have on your finances? Request a complimentary Disability Impact Analysis and discover how different coverage options could help protect your financial future.

Federal employees have access to disability retirement benefits through the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), but this coverage might not fully meet their needs. Federal employees are entitled to this benefit and can supplement coverage with private disability insurance. Disability Retirem...

08/17/2026

Your income is one of your greatest financial assets—it supports your lifestyle, your family, and your future.

But what if an illness or injury prevented you from working? Statistics show that 1 in 4 people will experience a disability during their working years.

Disability insurance through FedAdvantage is designed to help protect your paycheck if you're unable to work due to an accident, illness, or other covered medical condition.

Watch our short video to learn how disability insurance can help safeguard your financial future.

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