A New Tool for the Annuity Supplement
The author says that OPM should develop software to aid in calculating the FERS annuity supplement.
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.
Should We Kill FERS?
Pension plans are becoming less common in the private sector. Should the government follow suit? The author discusses the situation.
TSP No Longer Low Expense Leader
The TSP is starting to get competition on fees from other investment firms.
What is Discontinued Service Retirement?
Discontinued Service Retirement (DSR) is the only type of federal retirement that is not considered voluntary. These are some examples.
4 Things to Know About Your FERS Annuity
Are you aware of these four key elements of your FERS annuity?
NLRB Offering Early Retirement
The National Labor Relations Board has announced it will begin offering early retirement to some federal employees.
Calculating the 2019 COLA Increase
How is the COLA calculated and what can federal retirees likely expect for next year?
Social Security and the Myth About the 3rd-Rail
The author says that the 3rd-Rail of Politics is just an anachronism that politicians use to avoid talking about Social Security.
Retirement Backlog Grows for Third Month in a Row
OPM’s backlog of retirement claims has been on a slow upward trend so far this summer.
Determining Taxes on Roth IRA and Roth TSP Distributions
Taking IRA and TSP distributions tax free can reap big savings, and with the recent tax law changes, savings opportunities may be even better.
