The Slowest Times to Retire
OPM is busier processing retirement applications at certain times of the year. This can increase how long it takes for you to start getting your pension.
OPM is busier processing retirement applications at certain times of the year. This can increase how long it takes for you to start getting your pension.
Inflation is up this year which will likely boost next year’s COLA for federal retirees, but there is some bad news for FERS retirees.
Is it ever a good idea to take a TSP loan? These are 3 occasions when it may make sense to do so.
How much can you withdraw from your nest egg in retirement? The author shares his analysis of some of Dave Ramsey’s advice.
How does a military deposit affect your retirement, and should you buy back your military time?
As the author illustrates, when each spouse begins drawing Social Security can have a significant impact on the other’s benefits.
If you work in retirement, you could find that your benefits are reduced if you earn too much money.
Federal employees are often surprised to learn that their Social Security benefits are taxed, sometimes at a pretty high rate.
How much do you need to have in your TSP to retire, and how do your total TSP savings compare to private sector employees?
Are you thinking of leaving federal service for a job in the private sector? Here are some factors with respect to benefits to help weigh the decision.