FEGLI Optimization

FEGLI analysis and optimization for federal employees

Most federal employees never review their FEGLI coverage after enrollment. Meanwhile, premiums spike at 50, 60, and 65 — and nobody's asking whether you still need that much protection.

The Problem

You're probably paying more than you should

FEGLI premiums are deducted from your paycheck every month, but most federal employees never stop to calculate what they're actually paying over a year — or a decade. The real shock comes at 50, 60, and 65, when rates jump and you finally notice.

Problem 01

Your premiums climb without anyone telling you

Most federal employees never look at their FEGLI coverage after they enroll. Then the premiums spike at 50, 60, and 65, and nobody stops to ask if they still need that much protection.

What this means

You could be paying $500, $800, or $1,200 or more per month for coverage you no longer need — while your mortgage is paid off, your kids are grown, and your retirement is fully funded.

Problem 02

Most employees don't know what they actually need

Life insurance needs change dramatically between your 30s and your 60s. A coverage amount that made sense at enrollment may be dramatically over or under what your family actually needs today.

What this means

We look at your current elections, calculate what you're paying, and figure out what you actually need based on your timeline and family — then compare FEGLI against private alternatives.

The Premium Timeline

When FEGLI gets expensive — and why most employees miss it

35
Enrollment

Premiums are low. Most employees enroll in Basic and one or more options without comparing total annual cost.

50
First spike

Option B premiums jump significantly. Many employees notice the paycheck change but don't reassess their actual coverage needs.

60
Second spike

Premiums climb again. If you're within five years of retirement, this is when a coverage review pays for itself many times over.

65
Retirement decision

Your election at retirement determines what coverage carries forward — and at what cost. This decision cannot be undone.

What We Cover

What we examine in your FEGLI analysis

A complete FEGLI review isn't just about premiums. It's about whether your coverage still fits your life — and whether there's a smarter way to protect your family for less.

01
Basic coverage review

We start with what you have now, why you originally elected it, and whether your Basic coverage still makes sense given your current financial picture.

02
Option A, B, and C analysis

Each option costs differently and serves a different purpose. We run the real numbers — what you pay monthly now, what you'll pay at 60 and 65, and whether each election still fits.

  • Option A — standard additional coverage
  • Option B — multiples of your salary
  • Option C — family member coverage
03
True need calculation

We analyze how much life insurance your family actually needs — accounting for income replacement, outstanding debts, mortgage balance, and how your needs will shift in retirement.

04
Cost-benefit at retirement

Your coverage needs change when you stop working. We calculate what makes sense to carry into retirement — and what you're paying for protection you may no longer need.

05
Private insurance comparison

Sometimes private coverage provides the same protection for significantly less. We compare your FEGLI cost against private alternatives so you can make an informed decision.

06
Coordination with survivor benefits

FEGLI and your survivor benefit election often work at cross purposes. We show you how they interact and build a protection strategy that doesn't leave gaps or double up unnecessarily.

Try the FEGLI Cost Calculator

See what you're actually paying in FEGLI premiums today — and what those costs will look like at 60, 65, and into retirement. Run your numbers before we meet.

Ready to see what you're actually paying?

Schedule a free FEGLI analysis. We'll run your numbers, show you what your premiums will look like at retirement, and compare your options side by side.