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Federal employee retirement news: news about retirement-related topics as it pertains to employees of the federal government. Topics include FERS, CSRS, the latest TSP performance, annual COLA updates, and more.

The Practical Effects of the Proposed Pension Changes

By Robert F. BensonJan 26, 2012 8:11 PM | Updated: Oct 17, 2016 12:44 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The author illustrates a hypothetical scenario of two FERS employees with identical salary histories to show the dramatic impact the recently proposed pension reduction bill, as currently written, would have on future federal retirees.

Back to the Future: OPM and the Federal Employee Retirement Tsunami

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 23, 2012 1:42 PM | Updated: Mar 6, 2024 10:23 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

In a “back to the future” moment, OPM has announced a new effort to get rid of its retirement backlog. How? By hiring more people and creating higher production standards.

Hearing on Reforming Federal Pensions Announced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 21, 2012 11:04 AM | Updated: Jul 28, 2020 4:56 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Congressman Dennis Ross (R-FL) recently announced that he will hold a hearing to explore options for reforming the entire federal pension system to bring it more in line with the private sector.

Withholding G Fund Payments to Avoid the Debt Ceiling

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 18, 2012 8:06 AM | Updated: Jul 7, 2019 2:57 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The G fund is again being used as a stop-gap measure to avoid the federal government hitting the debt ceiling for the second time in a few months.

Magic 8 Ball 2012: Should I Retire This Year?

FedSmith.com author Ann WertsBy Ann WertsJan 5, 2012 9:16 PM | Updated: Feb 27, 2018 12:09 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What can federal employees expect in 2012? While no one can know for sure, the author offers some considerations you can take into account to help you be prepared for whatever the future brings.

Sometimes It Hertz to Rent a Car and Other Travel Tips: Part Two

By Steve OppermannJan 4, 2012 8:28 PM | Updated: Jul 18, 2018 11:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

This retired federal employee has used some of his time since joining the ranks of “former” federal employees to travel around the world. Here are some of his tips and suggestions to make the best use of your time and money.

Study: Older Americans Expect to Work Longer; Many Expect to Never Retire

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 30, 2011 8:07 AM | Updated: Jul 8, 2019 3:41 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

According to a recent study done by the Employee Benefit Research Institute, the recent recession has left older Americans in the workforce expecting to work longer or even to never retire.

Traps to Avoid When Moving from Private Business to Government Jobs

By Jason KayDec 27, 2011 7:12 AM | Updated: Aug 31, 2020 3:16 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Here’s some points to keep in mind when considering leaving the private sector for a government job.

Rumor of the Day: Interim Retirement Payments to be Canceled by OPM?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 23, 2011 8:01 AM Categories Current Events, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

With proposed changes to federal pay and benefits swirling in Congress, rumors start and spread quickly. One that recently surfaced: OPM is canceling interim retirement payments. Here is the answer from the agency.

A Common Misconception about the FERS Annuity Supplement

By Robert F. BensonDec 22, 2011 6:21 AM | Updated: Oct 17, 2016 12:46 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The FERS annuity supplement is commonly believed to be linked to the Social Security Administration (SSA), even to the point where some believe the benefit is actually administered by SSA rather than the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), but this is not the case.

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