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Don't rob your financial future

FCW's Friday Financials column covers the pros and cons of tapping into your Thrift Savings Plan account for emergency cash

Digital Government

A dressing down

If you don't wear a shirt and tie to work, you may be unstable.

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Make sure trusts are trustworthy

FCW's Friday Financials column asks -- and answers -- 'What is a living trust?'

People

Confidentiality code

medical records about a disability must be kept separate.

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If a loved one has died

FCW's Friday Financials column covers what you need to know about Social Security survivor benefits

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Disability round about

a fed appealed three times before establishing her right to disability retirement.

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Social Security casts lifeline

FCW's Friday Financials column explains the survivor benefits portion of Social Security

People

You're injured. Who pays?

This column is in response to a reader inquiry about subrogation

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What can a financial planner do for you?

FCW's Friday Financials column explains to investors how going it alone can lead to disaster

People

Equal raises for all

I recently advocated equal pay raises for federal civilian and uniformed service personnel. Many readers disagreed.

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Life insurance basics, Part 5

FCW's Friday Financials column offers a clear picture of what a 'policy illustration' is all about

People

Long-term care

Losing long-term care insurance is a disincentive to leaving government.

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Brace yourself for an earthquake

FCW's Friday Financials column provides a reminder that many more homeowners and renters should carry earthquake insurance

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Relocation hassles

Why are taxes withheld when feds are reimbursed for moving expenses?

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Life insurance basics, Part 4

FCW's Friday Financials column answers the question: What can you expect during a visit with your life insurance agent?

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Fight for your rights

If you have a strong case, you will prevail, but it might require a fight.

People

Will your retirement dreams conflict?

FCW's Friday Financials column looks at how couples can clarify their vision of retirement and consider the financial needs

People

Keeping TRAC of jobs

Once again, Congress is trying to legislate good management.

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How to prepare financially for a layoff

FCW's Friday Financials column offers strategies to put in motion if a layoff is looming

People

Bureaucratus: You booze, you lose

A case recently decided by the U.S. Court of Appeals should send a warning signal to those who don't consider drinking on the job a serious offense.