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Insurance, Retirement & Financial Planning Resources for Federal Employees

Staying informed is one of the best ways to protect your financial future. The GEBA News & Insights Center is your trusted source for expert guidance, insurance education, retirement planning resources, and organization updates designed specifically for Federal employees, retirees, military members, and their families.

Whether you’re exploring life insurance options, preparing for retirement, protecting your income with disability insurance, or learning about long-term care planning, you’ll find practical articles that help you make informed decisions with confidence. We also share important GEBA news, member updates, educational resources, and timely information that can help you get the most from your benefits.

Browse our latest articles below to discover expert insights, financial tips, and trusted guidance from the organization Federal employees have relied on for nearly 70 years.

How to Compare Dental and Vision Coverage Without Getting Lost in the Details

Comparing dental and vision plans during Open Season can feel overwhelming, especially when every option comes with its own set of costs, benefits and limitations.

Why “Nothing Changed” Is Still a Reason to Review Your Benefits

Before renewing, take a few minutes to review what’s different about your current plan for 2027. Even small adjustments can affect how much you pay or what you’ll receive from your coverage.

A Lot Can Change in a Year. Have Your Benefits Kept Up?

Whatever the past year has brought, Open Season is a good opportunity to take a fresh look at your dental and vision benefits. Before sticking with the same coverage, consider whether it still meets your needs and what other options you have.

The Biggest Open Season Mistake: Automatically Renewing

Last year's open season coverage selection might still be the right choice for some federal employees. But your needs, plan benefits and costs can change. Review your coverage now to decide whether to renew or explore new options.

Federal Employee Life & Disability Insurance: Protecting Your Income and Family

Life insurance helps protect the people who depend on you if you die. Long-term disability insurance can help protect your income if an illness or injury prevents you from working.

Most Disabilities Are Caused by Illness—Not Accidents: What Every Federal Employee Should Know

When people think about disability, they often picture a serious accident on the job or a catastrophic injury. But the reality is very different. About 90% of long-term disabilities are caused by illness—not accident

Think You’re Covered? It May Be Time to Revisit Your Life Insurance

Learn why while FEGLI is an important benefit, it may not be enough on its own to fully protect your family’s long-term financial needs.

The Life Insurance Coverage Gap Many Federal Employees Don’t See Coming 

Could your family face a life insurance coverage gap? Discover why FEGLI may not be enough and how Federal Employees can strengthen their financial protection.

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The Importance of Spousal Life Insurance

Read why you should review life insurance protection in the event of the loss of a spouse who is the primary caretaker.

Five Common Life Insurance Myths

Think life insurance is too expensive, only for breadwinners, or unnecessary when you're young? Discover five common life insurance myths and learn how the right coverage can help protect your loved ones and support your family's financial future.

Debunking Long Term Disability Insurance Myths

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GEBA is a nonprofit employee benefit association created by NSA employees in 1957. Our goal is to offer high quality insurance products at great prices that has our members’ best interests in mind. GEBA has been serving federal employees for over 60 years, and you can count on us to be there for you and your family.

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