Empowering Federal Employees Through Union-Led Education

Gain clarity on your federal benefits, retirement planning, and TSP strategy — backed by union leadership and trusted educators across Puerto Rico & the USA.

Your Union. Your Benefits. Your Future.

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PWR Retirement Group proudly empowers union leaders and members through trusted federal benefits education, exclusive retirement tools, and personalized guidance.

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AFGE District 5

AFGE District 5 is the largest district ...

AFGE District 5

AFGE District 5 is the largest district within the American Federation of Government Employees. It advocates for fair treatment, workplace protections, strong benefits, and a secure future for dedicated public servants.

AFGE Local 554

Atlanta, Georgia

AFGE Local 558

West Palm Beach, Florida

AFGE Local 696

Jacksonville, FL

AFGE Local 1858

Huntsville, Alabama

AFGE Local 2779

Gainesville, Florida

AFGE Local 2778

Decatur, Georgia

AFGE Local 559

Orlando, Florida

AFGE Local 2317

Albany, Georgia

AFGE Local 547

Tampa, Florida

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Access the secure AFGE E-Dues portal to pay your union dues, manage your membership, or update your employment details—all in just a few clicks.

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Access the secure APWU E-dues portal to pay your union dues, manage your membership, or update your employment details—all in just a few clicks.

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Educational Webinar

July 1 45 Minutes

How to Achieve $1 Million in TSP

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March 11 45 Minutes

Human Resources Guidance

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April 22 45 Minutes

Disability Retirement Benefits

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Apr 11 45 Minutes

Workers compensation FMLA

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What You Will Learn

Everything you need to take control of your financial future — all in one masterclass

Value Driven Career

Maximize your financial benefits, understand your compensation package, and make informed decisions that align with your long-term financial goals.

Retirement Guidance

Navigate FERS, TSP, and Social Security with confidence. Learn strategies to optimize your retirement income and create a sustainable withdrawal plan.

Skill Enhancement

Develop practical financial literacy skills, from investment basics to tax planning, designed specifically for federal employees’ unique circumstances.

Retirement Readiness

Assess your retirement timeline, calculate your pension, and create a personalized action plan to transition smoothly into your post-career life.

You Served. You Sacrificed. Now Secure What You Deserve.

PWR Retirement Group stands shoulder-to-shoulder with union members to maximize every benefit you’ve earned.

EVENT & WORKSHOPS

Power Up Your Future with Events & Workshops

Join engaging sessions, hands-on workshops, and expert-led events designed to enhance your skills, knowledge, and career growth.

  • Understand Your Benefits. Strengthen Your Financial Future.

    Your workplace benefits are valuable—but understanding how they fit into your financial future can feel complicated. Join AFGE Local...

    Oct 7 @ 10:00 am
  • 90 Minutes Today Could Transform Your Federal Retirement Tomorrow

    Invest 90 minutes—and gain valuable knowledge that can benefit your retirement planning for a lifetime. Join AFGE Local 518,...

    Oct 21 @ 12:00 pm
  • Key Retirement Moves for Federal Employees: Two-Day Educational Workshop

    AFGE Local 554, in collaboration with PWR Retirement Group, invites federal workers to attend a two-day educational workshop focused...

    Oct 26 @ 8:00 am

Everything You Need

Right in Your Pocket.

Exclusively for federal employees — track your benefits, plan your retirement, and stay informed. All in one secure app.

  • Smart Planning Built for Federal Employees

    Plan confidently with tools built to help you understand your years of service, retirement timeline, and benefit options.

  • Clarity on Complex Federal Benefits

    Access insights, workshops, and resources that simplify TSP strategies and federal retirement planning.

WATCH & LEARN

Real Conversations. Practical Guidance

Hear from union leaders, members, and retirement educators on the decisions that matter to federal employees. Scroll through the videos and watch what interests you.

Frequently asked questions

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers

Follow these steps to find reliable retirement guidance for federal employees in the USA and Puerto Rico:

  • Check reputable financial planning and retirement service directories.
  • Scroll through social media platforms 
  • Share your retirement goals and service requirements on financial planning platforms to connect with experienced professionals.
  • Get recommendations from online reviews 

TSP distribution or withdrawal happens in 4 different methods. 

  1. Partial Distribution – The account holder must withdraw a minimum of $1000 from their TSP account. 
  2. Complete Distribution – Withdrawing the entire amount present in the TSP account. 
  3. Annuity Purchase – Purchase annuities with TSP funds for lifetime coverage. This is a one-time payment for annuities where the federal employee gets monthly payments for their lifetime.
  4. Installments – A monthly, quarterly, or half-yearly plan to withdraw money from the TSP account.

Different TSP rollover methods are –

    1. In-Kind Transfer – This type of transfer is applicable for switching your investments from one employer to another without any tax penalties. 
    2. Set Up IRAs Before Rollover – Choose the type of IRA account and appoint beneficiaries before rolling over a TSP account. Your employer can directly transfer funds to the new account or offer a cheque to deposit into the new employer’s plan.  
    3. Liquidation of Individual Funds – Closing down different types of TSP funds and liquidating the amount to invest in the rollover account. 

The 2 Types of Rollover are –  

  1. Direct Rollover – Broker to Broker
  2. Indirect Rollover – TSP to person

Professional retirement guidance can help maximize your savings and strengthen your investment portfolio to support your long-term financial goals. Specific responsibilities include – 

  • Help explore the rules, benefits, and limitations of the Federal Employee Retirement System and Civil Service Retirement System plans 
  • Smart investment into the best TSP funds 
  • Assess the profit and returns on each TSP fund type 
  • Navigate the plans and benefits of the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance plan 
  • Identifying a pre-tax or post-tax investment plan for your retirement 
  • Compare the benefits of different savings plans 
  • Lower the tax deductions from pension and savings 

Federal employees get 6 types of TSP fund options for investment. These are – 

  1. TSP C Fund – Common stock index S&P500 investments 
  2. TSP S Fund – Small-cap stock index investments
  3. TSP I Fund – International stock index into large companies such as Apple and Samsung 
  4. TSP F Fund – Bonds investments 
  5. TSP G Fund – Government securities funds
  6. TSP L Fund – A combination of the above 5 types of investment funds