Retirement
How Many Federal Employees Retired in 2023?
Retirement data from OPM offer a glimpse into how many federal employees have retired in recent years.
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
Why Aren’t People Taking Social Security at Age 62 Anymore?
These are the main reasons people are waiting longer to file for Social Security benefits.
Retirement
Requirements and Retirement: A Guide for Federal Law Enforcement Officers
Federal law enforcement officers have different retirement rules than most other federal employees under FERS.
Retirement
Retirement Won’t Make You Happy
Regardless of where you decide to go in life, you will always go with you.
Retirement
A Financial Plan or Financial Planning: Which Is More Important?
There are differences in financial plans and financial planning. What is ultimately best for your retirement?
Retirement
43 Reasons to Retire
If you are considering retiring soon, these are some differing opinions on why you may want to retire sooner rather than later.
Retirement
Core Inflation is Up But Index for Next COLA is Down
The latest inflation report reflecting economic activity in November has been released. Core inflation is still rising and the index used for the COLA is down.
Retirement
How to Confirm Your Retirement Take-Home Income
It is important for federal employees to know how to calculate their take home income in retirement.
Retirement
Requirements and Retirement: A Guide for Federal Firefighters
Federal firefighters have different retirement rules than most other federal employees under FERS.
Retirement
OPM Retirement Backlog Drops to New 2023 Low
After growing by 5% in October, the OPM retirement backlog reversed course and dropped to a new low for the year.