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Q&A from FedSmith authors addressing readers’ questions. We share them here to help you with your federal career or retirement planning.

Am I Allowed to Contribute to Both a Roth IRA and the Roth TSP?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApril 24, 2019 2:14 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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Can I contribute to both a Roth IRA and the Roth TSP?

Why Are the New Locality Pay Increases So Small?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 4, 2019 9:37 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Q&A Leave a comment
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I was shocked by the small pay increases under the new locality areas. Am I missing something?

When Do I Begin Receiving the FERS Annuity Supplement?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 26, 2019 11:37 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment

 I just received my first interim FERS payment. When can I expect to begin receiving the supplement?

What Portion Do You Get Back from the FERS Refund?

By Micah PorterFebruary 23, 2019 11:22 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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If you take the FERS refund, what portion of the contributions do you get back?

Will FEHB Coverage Continue During a Shutdown?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 14, 2019 2:17 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Q&A Leave a comment

Does FEHB coverage ever cease under a partial government shutdown?

How Does the Annual COLA Affect FERS Transferees?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeOctober 31, 2018 2:39 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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I am a FERS Transferee. How does the cost of living adjustment (COLA) affect my annuity payment?

When Will the COLA Increase Appear in My Annuity Check?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 19, 2018 3:37 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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I am a federal retiree. When will I see the annual COLA increase in my annuity payments?

Is ‘When Actually Employed’ Service Treated Differently From Full-Time Service?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeSeptember 29, 2018 5:45 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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Is WAE (When Actually Employed) service treated differently from full-time service?

Is Working after Retirement Worth the Costs?

FedSmith.com author Randy SilveyBy Randy SilveyJuly 12, 2018 3:20 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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Is it true that there is an income limit for federal retirees under FERS who work after retiring from federal service?

What Does ‘Creditable Civilian Service’ Mean?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJuly 10, 2018 3:42 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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I often see the phrase “creditable civilian service” in FedSmith articles – what does this mean?

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