Does Your Unused Sick Leave Count Towards Your Retirement Eligibility?
How is your unused sick leave factored into your annuity calculation? The author clarifies what he says is a frequent misconception among federal employees.
How Do I Know What I Will Receive in Social Security Benefits?
How do I figure out what I will actually receive in Social Security benefits if I retire at age 55?
Federal Retirees: Will You Receive a Full or Prorated COLA?
The 2018 COLA increase will be reflected in payments for federal retirees in January 2018. Some will receive a full COLA; others will receive a prorated COLA.
Seniors’ Security Act Takes Retirees Into Unknown Territory
Another attempt is being made in Congress to change COLA increases to use the CPI-E in an effort to help retirees. Is this a good idea?
When Does It Make Sense to Get Help With Retirement Planning and Investments?
When does it make sense to work with a financial planner for retirement? The author provides some considerations on when you may or may not want to use one.
Use the Department of Veterans Affairs to Test Real Hiring Reform
The author says that the VA is the perfect testing ground for trying a new approach to hiring veterans.
Legislation Would Allow Postal Service to Ship Alcoholic Beverages
Recently introduced legislation would allow the Postal Service to ship alcoholic beverages to consumers. Is this a good idea? Take this short survey and share your feedback.
Federal Employees, Smoking Pot and Working in DC
Using marijuana in Washington, DC is legal, but federal employees are still subject to federal laws.
Double Taxation of Social Security
The author says that what he describes as double taxation of Social Security benefits is unfair, but Congress has little option to address the situation.
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