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News on retirement for federal employees: FERS, CSRS, TSP, COLAs and more.

Passion, Money and Retiring Feds

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 25, 2005 8:11 AM Categories Current Events, Retirement Leave a comment

When does the former spouse of a retired federal employee get a survivor annuity? Is a court order granting the survivor annuity? It is sufficient in some cases–but not all. Here is one where the court order did not lead to an outcome desired by one former spouse of a former fed.

Need Help Making A Decision About Social Security Reform? GAO Guide May Have The Answers

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 18, 2005 8:32 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

GAO issued a special publication of answers to key questions about Social Security reform.

“Honey, I Forgot To Give My Former Wife A Survivor Annuity”

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 17, 2005 7:25 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The federal retirement system can be complex and confusing. Add a divorce into the mix, and the confusion and complexity increase. Here is a recent case that shows how confusing the issue of a survivor annuity can become as a result of a divorce.

OPM Conducting Retirement Readiness Study

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 26, 2005 8:24 AM Categories Current Events, Retirement Leave a comment

OPM plans to conduct retirement survey.

When You Retire, Should You Move?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 21, 2005 8:18 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Retirement opens up numerous options. One option is the freedom to live where you want. Should you take advantage of this freedom? Here are some of the considerations.

Some Feds Apprehensive About Retirement; Some Grateful for Federal Retirement Program

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 12, 2005 7:18 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Some readers are looking forward to a happy early retirement. Others are anxious and some are upset their career plans have not led to ample savings to enjoy retirement after working for Uncle Sam

Are You Planning for Retirement or Just Planning to Retire?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 6, 2005 7:41 AM Categories Current Events, Retirement Leave a comment

Are you planning for retirement or just planning to retire someday?

Retirement Association Changes Name, Not Acronym

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 29, 2005 7:25 AM Categories Current Events, Retirement Leave a comment

Retirement association changes name, but not acronym…

Retirement Gives You Freedom. Can You Handle It?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 8, 2005 7:44 AM Categories Current Events, Retirement Leave a comment

Are you ready for the freedom you will have in retirement? Will you have a purpose after leaving your federal career?

When Should You Retire?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 4, 2005 7:49 AM Categories Current Events, Retirement Leave a comment

When is the best time to retire? As soon as possible.

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