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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.
OPM’s new Online Retirement Application modernizes federal retirement processing, but early rollout brings delays, hurdles, and the need for careful preparation.
Once the annual COLA for federal retirees is announced in October, when do the higher annuity payments begin?
These recent and upcoming changes at the TSP will help federal employees maximize their retirement savings.
Don't let survivor benefit mistakes jeopardize your family's financial future. Understand when to elect coverage and when it's unnecessary.
These are important considerations for FERS federal employees to determine the best retirement age.
Although most physicians participate in Medicare, some do not. Here is how the process works.
The G Fund offers stability, but overdependence can erode retirement savings. Learn why balance with growth investments is crucial.
Will you owe taxes if you inherit money or property? What about taxes for TSP beneficiaries?
Medicare Part B premiums are increasing in 2026. Here is what retirees can expect.
These are some common questions federal employees ask about how the recent government shutdown can impact the retirement process.