Retirement Backlog Creeps Higher to End November
OPM’s retirement backlog has climbed to levels in 2021 not seen in years. Are more federal employees retiring this year than in previous years?
Retirement
News on retirement for federal employees: FERS, CSRS, TSP, COLAs and more.
Social Security: The COVID Storm That Wasn’t
The author says that the COVID recession did not cause financial distress for Social Security, an outcome he had not anticipated.
Another Attempt to Repeal the WEP for Federal Retirees
Legislation has been reintroduced to replace the WEP with a different formula for impacted federal retirees.
2022 Medicare Part B Premiums Rising Sharply
The 2022 Medicare Part B premiums are increasing significantly. Here is what you can expect to pay.
Why Most Retirees Overpay Taxes
Are you making these investing mistakes? They can potentially cost you more in taxes than you would otherwise have to pay.
Will OPM Deny My FERS Disability Retirement Claim If I Am Denied SSDI?
You must apply for SSDI as part of a FERS Disability Retirement application. If you are denied for SSDI, will this impact OPM’s decision?
Why Tax planning is SO important in Retirement
Proper tax planning is essential to make the most of your money in retirement. These are a few examples.
Should I Take Medicare or Just Keep FEHB?
Are federal employees better off with Medicare or FEHB in retirement? These are some considerations.
Retirement Backlog Slashed Nearly 10% in October
OPM successfully reduced its backlog of outstanding retirement claims in October despite more incoming claims than in the month before.
2022 Annual TSP Contribution Limit to Top $20k
The IRS has announced the 2022 annual contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs.
