The Helper locomotive is there to assist trains to get over steep grades. This blog serves the same purpose. It is here to help give ideas to get you over those steep financial grades that lie ahead of you. I hope you enjoy!
Understand how the Current Connection only pertains to before you start your Railroad Retirement Service and Age annuity.
Understand the the required months of service you need in the last 30 months before your start your Railroad Retirement Service and Age annuity.
Learn the impact of going to do paid charity work when leaving the railroad and not eligible to start Railroad Retirement.
Understand the Work and Age deductions that will affect a railroader's Railroad Retirement Service and Age annuity.
Learn how the RRB handles underpayments through RESCUE Awards when it comes to your Railroad Retirement Service and Age annuity.
Learn the pros and cons of deferring your Railroad Retirement annuity start date when you retire.
Learn how the the "Big Beautiful Bill" Act can help you keep more of your Railroad Retirement income.
Learn what will and won't break your Railroad Retirement Connection after you retire from the railroad before the age of 60.
Learn the implications of a second job on your Railroad Retirement and understand the importance of paying into the Railroad Retirement system. .
Learn the possible income a railroader leaves on the table when working past their Full Retirement Age.