Jan 27, 2012

Don’t plan on open season for Survivor Benefit Plan

"...Q. Can you tell me if there are any plans for another Survivor Benefit Plan open season for military retirees? I have not been enrolled in SBP but am interested in doing so now.

A. Generally, retirees need to decide whether to enroll in SBP at the time of their retirement. But many retirees seem to be under the impression that the Defense Department routinely holds open seasons in which you can enroll in the SBP long after you retire..."

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