Retirement
The Danger of Delaying Social Security
Should you take Social Security as early as possible or delay it? This is one important consideration when weighing the decision.
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
CPI Report Shows February Inflation Rises Faster Than Expected
The latest CPI data indicate that inflation rose faster in February than expected.
Pay & Benefits
Consider This Before Taking a TSP Withdrawal
Taxes are unavoidable, but you can minimize them. These are some ways federal employees can reduce taxes while working and after retirement.
Retirement
15 Questions Federal Employees Should Ask Before Retiring
These are some important questions federal employees must address prior to retirement.
Retirement
OPM Retirement Backlog Cut 6% in February
More retirement claims were processed in February which helped reduce the OPM retirement backlog.
Retirement
Aging is Getting More Expensive – Trouble with LTC
Long term care insurance is getting more expensive. What options do federal employees have?
Retirement
TSP Catch-Up Contributions and Your 50th Birthday
January in the year they turn 50 is when federal employees can begin taking advantage of catch-up contributions in the TSP.
Retirement
5 Big Advantages of Being a Special Provisions Employee
Special provision FERS federal employees have advantages that can make a big difference in their retirement annuities.
Retirement
10 Numbers Federal Employees Should Know
These are ten things that play an important role in the finances of federal employees.
Retirement
Your 2025 COLA: Early Projection of 1.75%
The 2025 COLA payment will be effective in January 2025. Here is an early projection and how it compares to recent years.