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!
Learn the alternatives to build a great Railroad Retirement when a railroad fails to offer a 401K plan.
Learn five big mistakes to avoid in Railroad Medicare and understand the proactive steps you should be taking before medicare starts while continuing Medicare.
Learn six mistakes you need to avoid in order not to blow up your Railroad Retirement
Learn the proper tax forms you need to file to withhold the correct amount on your taxes in Railroad Retirement
Learn the process for withholding funds in your Railroad Retirement annuity for taxes and understand the difference between the Form W-4-V and Form W-4P when withholding money.
Learn the impact on the Railroad Retirement Spousal Annuity when a spouse is collecting Social Security. Understand the proper timing of the spousal annuity to maximize their benefits
Learn the deductions in your Railroad Retirement if you collect Social Security before your Full Retirement Age while working for the railroad.
Learn the effects on the Railroad Retirement Age annuity by working past the 30 years.
Learn steps to take when you have been paying into Social Security before or after working for the railroad and understand the importance of timing your Railroad Retirement benefits.
Learn the annual increase a railroader can expect with each year of service in the Tier 2 of Railroad Retirement.