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Federal Health Insurance Guide
WAEPA’s Federal Insurance Guide contains all the latest information about the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHB).
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Family Plan: Yours, Mine, or Ours?
In life, when deciding on major milestones, having a plan is key. A plan allows you to not only stay on track with your goals, but helps you achieve them as well. When thinking of starting a family, the same applies. However, this now becomes a joint plan between you and your partner.
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New Federal Employee Guide
WAEPA’s New Federal Employees Guide helps you navigate all of the details of joining the Federal workforce.
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College Funding Guide
WAEPA’s College Funding Guide helps unlock doors for future success. This Guide contains all the latest information about getting a college degree...
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Your Next Big Move? Buying a Home!
Buying a home for the first time is an exciting life event with great expectations. If you just started the process of purchasing a house – whether this is your first home to be used as a springboard or for the one that will last for decades – this is an undertaking you will remember forever.
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When a Rainy Day Fund is Not Enough
Have you ever heard that the only sure thing in life is change? There’s no better example than these current times to tell you that it’s true.
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Seven Steps to Financial Independence
Financial independence is about not having to rely on other people (such as your parents) or lending institutions (such as banks, savings and loans or credit unions) for financial security. This is more achievable when you follow the seven steps outlined below.
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Federal Career Advancement Guide
This guide will help Civilian Feds update their resume, navigate the Federal job boards, and complete their Individual Development Plans (IDP).
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Building Financial Wellness in the Year Ahead
Being “good with money” is about more than making sure your bills are paid. It’s about understanding your relationship with money and being curious about how to better manage your finances now and in the future. If having a better relationship with your money is on your “to-do” list for 2022, read on for a few tips that will help you get there.
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Do I Need Life Insurance if I Have a 401(k)?
There are multiple ways to plan for your family’s financial future. Two of the most popular ways are through a 401(k) or life insurance. In 2021, roughly half of all Americans had life insurance, and roughly one-third of Americans invested in a 401k. But how do you know which one is right for you? If you have one, do you need the other? While everyone’s situation is different, here is some helpful information to help you determine the best way to secure your family’s financial future.