The SECURE Act of 2019 Means Big Changes to Retirement Accounts
The SECURE Act is a new law that has significant implications for retirement savings. Here are some key points to know about the new law.
Retirement
Stay informed with the latest federal employee retirement news, including updates on FERS and CSRS, retirement eligibility rules, OPM retirement processing, and TSP performance as it relates to long‑term retirement planning. This category covers annual COLA updates, TSP news, survivor benefits, military service credit, retirement application guidance, and major OPM policy changes or federal legislation that could affect federal retirement benefits. Find clear, timely information to help current and former federal employees navigate retirement planning, benefit calculations, and post‑retirement considerations.
Retirement Backlog Hits Lowest Point for the Year to End 2019
OPM closed out 2019 by achieving a milestone for the year with its retirement backlog.
Managing Your TSP: Reallocate Funds Tactically
Reallocating your investments can help with your long-term retirement planning. The author discusses the basics of this principle.
6 Key Retirement Changes of the SECURE Act
The SECURE Act recently became law and affects key components of retirement savings. Here are six important changes the law makes.
FERS Disability Retirement and OWCP: Common Misconceptions
Are you filing for both FERS Disability Retirement and OWCP? Here are some important things you must know.
Trump, Social Security, and Santa Claus
Recent data from SSA suggest that Social Security’s revenue is better than expected.
Long-Term Care: Having “The Talk” Over the Holidays
Although it can be a difficult subject for families, the author says the holidays provide a good opportunity to discuss long-term care plans.
Proposal Would Change Calculation Rate of the TSP Annuity COLA
The FRTIB has proposed a change to the rate used to calculate annual increases for TSP annuities.
Are You Foiling the 4 F’s of Retirement?
Are you avoiding these common retirement pitfalls?
What Taxes Will Federal Employees Have in Retirement?
What taxes can federal employees expect to pay after they retire from federal service?
