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Social Security: Here We Go Again…

By Brenton SmithMarch 24, 2021 9:10 AM
Close up of two Social Security cards on top of a spread of cash

The author says that the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on wages could reduce some seniors’ Social Security benefits in the future.

How This Federal Employee Lost His Pension

By Ralph R. SmithMarch 22, 2021 7:01 AM
Wooden judge's gavel lying on top of a spread of $100 bills next to a pair of handcuffs on a wooden surface

This retired federal employee lost his annual pension payment of about $100,000 per year. Here is what happened.

What Working Part Time Does to Your Retirement

By Dallen HawsMarch 18, 2021 8:14 AM

How does part time work impact your retirement under FERS?

Common Misconceptions About the FERS Supplement

By Dallen HawsMarch 16, 2021 2:19 PM
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The FERS Special Retirement Supplement may not work exactly as you think it does. The author lists some common misconceptions he has seen among federal employees.

Here’s What Adults In Their 60s Have Saved For Retirement – How Do You Compare?

March 15, 2021 4:34 PM

Despite the pandemic, many retirement savers managed to increase their savings. This provides a glimpse into the average savings individuals in their 60s have put away for retirement.

3 Ways to Supplement Your Federal Retirement Income

By Jason KayMarch 15, 2021 9:27 AM

These are some ideas for ways to increase your income in retirement.

Bill Seeks to Award Retirement Benefits to Air America Employees

By Ralph R. SmithMarch 13, 2021 12:18 PM
Close up of cash in the pocket of a military uniform - military benefits, pay

Contractors or employees? Bills have been introduced to provide federal employee retirement benefits to former employees of a covert military organization.

Federal Employees Retiring in February Down 20% from a Year Ago

By Ian SmithMarch 13, 2021 6:04 AM
Line graph showing the progression of OPM's retirement backlog from October 2019 to February 2021

Although the total retirement backlog is still high, the number of federal employees who retired last month was sharply lower than in recent years.

A Great Reason Not to Take Medicare Part B

By Brad BobbMarch 12, 2021 1:04 PM
Close up of a person's hands holding a sheet of paper on a desk that reads 'Medicare Part B'; a calculator, book and reading glasses are seen lying off to the side

As the author explains, the costs for Medicare Part B may end up being higher than federal retirees are expecting.

Federal Disability Retirement: OPM’s Denial Strategy

By Robert McGillMarch 9, 2021 8:18 AM
Image of disabled sign and wheel chair

Is OPM objective in its Federal Disability Retirement review process?

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April 9, 2021

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $16.5591 0.00% +0.31%
F Fund $20.5872 -0.11% -2.87%
C Fund $61.7171 +0.77% +10.38%
S Fund $82.1306 +0.15% +10.69%
I Fund $37.5654 +0.01% +6.15%
L Income $22.7359 +0.09% +2.06%
L 2025 $11.6253 +0.19% +4.17%
L 2030 $40.8198 +0.25% +5.27%
L 2035 $12.2344 +0.27% +5.75%
L 2040 $46.2070 +0.29% +6.25%
L 2045 $12.6383 +0.31% +6.67%
L 2050 $27.6440 +0.33% +7.11%
L 2055 $13.5147 +0.41% +8.88%
L 2060 $13.5146 +0.41% +8.88%
L 2065 $13.5144 +0.41% +8.88%
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