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 the Railroad Retirement benefits that make a case for working for the railroad.
Learn the earning restrictions and income limits imposed on working spouses who are collecting a Railroad Retirement Survivor Annuity.
Learn the individuals in your life who might be covered by your Railroad Retirement Survivor Annuity.
Understand why it is important to have an Estate Plan in place for Railroad Retirement
Learn how your Railroad Retirement is affected when leaving the railroad.
Watch this episode of the Highball Advisors Railroad Retirement Whiteboard to understand some the important facts regarding Railroad Retirement that your advisor must know
Learn about the possible deductions from continuing to work and collecting on your Railroad Retirement Survivor Annuity.
Watch this edition of the Highball Advisors Whiteboard to get a working knowledge of what a widower of a railroader can expect from their Survivor Annuity.
Understand the Railroad Retirement benefits afforded your family in case you aren't there anymore. Learn how the Family Maximum is calculated when your family starts receiving your Survivor Annuity.
If you are leaving the Railroad then watch this video. Railroaders need to understand the consequences and responsibilities of accepting a "Buyout" from the railroad.