Retirement
2018 Budget Proposes Eliminating COLAs, Increasing Retirement Contributions
The 2018 budget proposal from the White House includes various cuts to federal employee retirement programs. Here is a summary of the proposed changes.
Can I Withdraw From My TSP to Purchase an Annuity?
Can I take a certain percentage out of my traditional TSP (all G fund) for two years, and then purchase an annuity?
Becoming a TSP Millionaire: One Federal Employee’s Story
A federal employee with the Fish and Wildlife Service tells his story of how he became a millionaire by investing in the TSP throughout his federal career.
States That Tax Your Federal Government Pension the Most
Nervous Feds Nearing Retirement Continue to Ask, ‘Am I Invested Correctly?’
I am under FERS and plan to remain in federal service until I get an additional 10% annuity, but am wondering if my TSP funds are invested correctly.
What Are The Differences Between the Roth TSP and a Roth IRA?
Can federal employees invest in both the Roth TSP and a Roth IRA? The author explains the similarities and differences between these two retirement savings account types.
Is Social Security a Safety-Net or a Stipend For Wealthy Seniors?
Most people consider Social Security a safety net, but new research suggests that benefits fall disproportionately to the wealthy in retirement. The author provides an analysis.
Watch Out for this Medicare Part B Trap
If your income is high enough, your Medicare Part B premiums could potentially triple. The author explains what to watch for.
OPM Makes Modest Improvement in Retirement Backlog in April
The Office of Personnel Management was able to reduce its backlog of outstanding retirement applications by almost 8% in April.
How High Are Property Taxes in Your State?
Some recent data from the Tax Foundation provide a look at the level of property taxes homeowners face in each state.
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