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WAEPA Launches Group Short-Term Disability Insurance
WAEPA has been serving Civilian Federal Employees and their families with affordable group term life insurance for over 75 years. To continue making your needs our mission, we are pleased to provide a new product, Group Short-Term Disability Insurance,* which provides income replacement to federal employees who are temporarily out of work due to a covered short-term illness or injury.
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What Does College Debt Have to Do With Life Insurance?
One in four Americans have student loan debt. Student loan debt is one of the biggest financial challenges facing people in their 20’s and 30’s, with the average student loan debt currently totaling $37,172. According to the Federal Reserve, more than 600,000 borrowers in the country are over $200,000 in student debt, and that number may continue to increase. This is a large burden for many people in the U.S. and ultimately impacts your ability to reach other important financial goals moving forward. How you choose to manage student loan debt can make a big difference in your long-term financial picture. Not to mention the additional debt you may take on once you’re married.
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FEEA Offers Free Online Tutoring Program for Kids of Eligible Federal Employees
Apply today and access academic tutoring for most K-12 subjects.
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2020 WAEPA Federal Summit and Annual Member Meeting: Key Takeaways
Like many events, WAEPA’s annual conference moved to a fully virtual format in 2020. Hosted by our CEO M. Shane Canfield, the 2020 WAEPA Federal Summit and Annual Member Meeting delivered an excellent lineup of speakers for the Civilian Federal Employees. Here are some key takeaways from the event.
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WAEPA New Member Portal
WAEPA works closely with our members and is constantly searching for ways to make managing their life insurance policies easier. The new WAEPA Member Portal is the latest tool we’ve rolled out to ensure over 46,000 Civilian Federal Employees and their families can quickly access necessary information and update policies conveniently.
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WAEPA’s New and Improved Referral Program
WAEPA is the life insurance choice of over 46,000 Civilian Federal Employees and their families. One of the biggest ways Feds learn about WAEPA is by word-of-mouth from colleagues who have made the switch. In 2020, we have piloted a new and improved Referral Program, enticing Feds to help share the news about WAEPA.
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Four Questions You Might Be Afraid To Ask About Life Insurance
Our families are some of the most important pieces of our lives, and we would do anything to make sure that they are safe and taken care of no matter what happens. If heaven forbid, something were to happen to you, would your family have the luxury of being able to properly grieve without having to worry about making ends meet? The best way to make sure that your family is protected and taken care of no matter what happens to you as a provider is to pick up a great life insurance policy.
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The Best-Kept Secrets About Federal Service
If you are thinking about jumping into a career as a federal employee or just started your journey as one, you may not be aware of the numerous opportunities and benefits that you get as a federal employee. From advancing your skills and education to discounts and loan forgiveness, there are dozens of programs and opportunities in place that federal employees can really benefit from.
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Consumer Assistance Guide
WAEPA’s Consumer Assistance Guide is designed to help you, the American consumer, spot scams and better protect yourself against fraud.