Robert F. Benson
Robert Benson served 35 years in various Federal agencies, as both a management analyst and IT specialist. He is a graduate of Northwestern University.
I Was Passed Over for a Promotion – What Can I Do?
The author says it is too subjective to say there is a “best qualified” employee for a job, so how can someone win an EEO complaint regarding non-selection?
How is the FERS Annuity Supplement Calculated?
How does one calculate the special retirement supplement for FERS employees?
A New Tool for the Annuity Supplement
The author says that OPM should develop software to aid in calculating the FERS annuity supplement.
The High-Five Average Salary
There has been discussion in Congress of switching annuity calculations to a high 5 average salary. What is the potential impact on a federal employee’s annuity?
How Much Difference Does Changing Annuity Contribution Rates Make?
How much of an impact do the increased retirement contributions under FERS have for retirement savings overall? The author analyzes some numbers.
Segmentation in the FEHB Program
Self plus one premiums in FEHB are often higher than you might expect. The author says it’s due in part to segmenting in the insurance underwriting process.
Retire at Age 61?
What impact can waiting an extra year to retire have on a FERS annuity? The difference might surprise you.
Health Insurance Costs for Feds: Self + 1
How does Medicare factor into the cost of self + 1 insurance under FEHB? The author looks at some numbers.
How Much is the Maximum Annuity Supplement?
How do you calculate the maximum FERS annuity supplement? It’s actually a complex calculation. The author breaks down the process.
No Interim Pay for Some FERS Retirees?
How does interim pay work with the FERS Annuity Supplement? The author provides an explanation.
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