Retirement
Fending Off Fraud
How susceptible are you to fraudulent scams and con artists who target your life savings? Learn common scams to be aware of and how to protect yourself from…
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
Federal Retirement Facts and Myths: Do You Know the Difference?
The author says there are a lot of myths and misconceptions regarding the federal retirement system and benefits for federal workers. He provides an example he recently saw…
Q&A
What Happens to My Retirement Contributions if I Die Soon After I Retire?
If I were to pass away after only being retired a couple of years, I will have only had taxes excluded on a portion of my pension. If…
Federal Workforce News
COLA Increase in 2016 Appears Less Likely
It is increasingly less likely that there will be a COLA increase for retirees in 2016 based on the inflation figures for July.
Federal Workforce News
How to Maximize Your Federal Benefits for Your Family After Your Death
The issue of our own mortality is not one we like to think about or discuss with our loved ones. However, it is necessary for proper planning for…
Retirement
Lack of Legal Protections Threaten Federal Employees’ Retirement Savings
Are the funds inside of your TSP account being put in jeopardy by financial advisors who aren't looking out for your best interests? This matter was discussed at…
Q&A
How Do I Know If My Retirement Savings Are Invested Correctly?
I’m a retired fed that’s scared of losing my retirement money. How do I know if I am invested correctly?
Retirement
5 Facts About TSP Withdrawals
There are lots of TSP withdrawal options to choose from, some of them more complicated than others, and if you make the wrong choice you may not be…
Retirement
Do You Know the ‘Goldilocks Principle’ To Federal Retirement?
The author says that you do not want to retire too soon and risk financial ruin in your Golden Years, but you also do not want to wait…
Retirement
OPM’s Retirement Backlog Grows by 13% in July
If you are a federal employee planning to retire soon and were hoping for a quick turn around on your retirement application, you may be in for some…