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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.
August Inflation Rate Reduces Likely 2025 COLA—But Still Above Projected Annual Pay Raise
The 2nd month of inflation data determining the 2025 COLA has been released. The 2025 COLA will be less than in 2024 but probably still larger than the average 2025 pay raise.
Are You Asking the Right Retirement Questions?
These are some important questions federal employees should ask to help with constructing a retirement plan.
Roth TSP and Roth IRA 5-Year Rule on Withdrawals and Conversions
How does the 5-year rule impact withdrawals from Roth TSP and Roth IRA accounts?
OPM Retirement Backlog Drops 4% in August
After climbing for two months in a row, the OPM retirement backlog reversed course in August.
3 Tips to Double Your TSP
These are 3 strategies federal employees can use to double their TSP accounts over the course of their careers.
3 Situations When You Should Avoid the Roth TSP
Federal employees should opt for traditional TSP over the Roth TSP in these situations.
What is the Number 1 TSP Mistake?
The author says that this is the biggest mistake that he sees federal employees make with their TSP accounts.
The Easiest Ways Federal Employees Can Retire Early
The earliest age at which federal employees can retire will vary depending on the type of retirement.
IRS Finalizes Beneficiary RMD and 10-Year Rule on Inherited IRA
New IRS regulations clarify controversial rules around required minimum distributions and inherited IRAs.
