Retirement
What Federal Employees Need to Know About RIFs and Early Retirement
Federal employees who are facing RIFs and early retirements need to know their rights, options, and benefits before making decisions.
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
TSP vs. IRA: Understanding Withdrawal Rules for Federal Employees
These are the key differences between TSP and IRA withdrawal rules federal employees need to be aware of.
Retirement
The Dangers of Inflation with VERA and DRP
Inflation erodes retirement savings over time. Without growth investments, pensions and savings may lose value, especially before age 62.
Retirement
Top Federal Retirement Errors and Common Investing Mistakes to Avoid
It's important for federal employees to avoid common retirement mistakes that can derail their future retirement plans.
Retirement
Important Changes to Proposed Benefits Cuts in House-Passed Spending Bill
The version of the Big Beautiful Bill Act that passed the House contains important changes to proposed cuts to federal employees' retirement benefits.
Retirement
Why Federal Employees Often Get Terrible Financial Advice
Federal employees have unique benefits which can often lead to them getting bad advice from financial advisors. These tips can help protect you.
Retirement
Recent Federal Retirees: Lower Your Medicare Part B Premium With One Form
Federal retirees can appeal high Medicare Part B premiums via SSA-44 if their income drops post-retirement, ensuring premiums reflect current income.
Retirement
Why Some of Your Contributions Should Be in Roth TSP
Federal employees can balance their TSP contributions between Traditional and Roth to optimize tax savings now and tax-free growth later.
Retirement
How to Strategically Time Your Federal Retirement
The timing of your retirement can have a big impact on your benefits as a federal employee. These are some important considerations.
Retirement
Federal Employee Benefits Cuts: What’s In, What’s Out in Latest Legislative Proposal
Important changes were made to proposed cuts to federal employees' retirement benefits after the House Budget Committee advanced the latest bill.