Federal Retirement Planning in Colorado Springs
The epicenter of U.S. space and missile defense. Expert FERS guidance for Space Force, NORAD, and Pikes Peak region federal employees.
Service Areas in Colorado Springs
Peterson SFB
U.S. Space Command, Space Operations Command, 21st Space Wing
Schriever SFB
Space Delta Operations, GPS Operations Center, Missile Warning
Fort Carson
4th Infantry Division, Army civilian workforce, Evans Hospital
NORAD / Cheyenne Mountain
NORAD, NORTHCOM, Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station
Major Federal Employers We Serve
Space & Missile Defense
- U.S. Space Force Headquarters
- NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense)
- U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM)
- Space Operations Command
- Missile Defense Agency
Military Installations
- Peterson Space Force Base
- Schriever Space Force Base
- Cheyenne Mountain SFS
- Fort Carson Army Post
- U.S. Air Force Academy
Other Federal Agencies
- VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare
- U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee
- USGS National Water Information
- Forest Service (Pike National Forest)
- FAA Colorado Springs
Upcoming Workshops
Virtual workshops available — attend from Colorado Springs or anywhere in Colorado.
FERS Retirement Workshops
Friday, May 1 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT Register FreeGetting to Our Workshops
All workshops are virtual via Zoom. Perfect for cleared professionals across the Pikes Peak region.
From Peterson / Schriever SFB
Join our virtual workshops during lunch or after shift. No need to leave the installation or fight I-25 traffic.
From Fort Carson
Attend from home in Fountain, Security-Widefield, or on post. All you need is an internet connection and 3 hours.
Virtual Option
All workshops delivered via Zoom on Mountain Time. Whether at Cheyenne Mountain or the Air Force Academy, attend from anywhere.
Why Colorado Springs Federal Employees Choose PlanWell
PlanWell Financial Planning
- Certified Financial Planners (CFP®)
- ChFEBC℠ Federal Benefits Specialists
- Fee-Based Fiduciary
- Free 3-Hour FERS Workshop
- 22-Page Personalized Benefits Report
- Space Force & DoD Civilian Experience
Typical Colorado Springs Advisors
- General financial credentials only
- Limited FERS understanding
- Commission-based products
- No federal-specific workshops
- Military retirement focus, not FERS
- Limited civilian employee experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there FERS retirement workshops for Colorado Springs federal employees?
Yes. PlanWell offers free 3-hour virtual FERS retirement workshops for Space Force, NORAD, NORTHCOM, and Peterson SFB employees. Attend from Colorado Springs or anywhere in the Pikes Peak region. Sessions cover FERS pension, TSP, FEHB, and survivor benefits.
Do you specialize in retirement planning for Space Force and NORAD civilian employees?
Absolutely. Our Certified Financial Planners hold the ChFEBC designation and have extensive experience with DoD civilian employees at Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB, and Cheyenne Mountain. We understand the unique benefits considerations for space and defense workers.
How is PlanWell different from Colorado Springs financial advisors?
PlanWell advisors are fee-based fiduciaries who specialize exclusively in federal employee retirement. We provide a free 22-page personalized benefits report and deep FERS expertise, unlike commission-based advisors who may focus on military retirement rather than civilian FERS benefits.
Ready to Plan Your Federal Retirement?
Join Colorado Springs federal employees who've taken control of their retirement with expert guidance.