Federal Employee Pensions and Child Molesters
Are federal employee pensions subject to revocation if the employee is a convicted child molester? Usually not. A bill in Congress seeks to change this system.
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.
5 Questions to Help You Prepare For Retirement
These are 5 important questions federal employees need to consider in their retirement planning.
FERS vs. CSRS: How is the 2024 COLA Calculated?
The 2024 COLA was announced on October 12, 2023. Not all federal retirees will receive the same COLA. Here is how the COLA calculation works.
2024 COLA Finalized: How Much is It and Who Will Receive the Full COLA?
The 2024 COLA has been released! Here is what federal retirees can expect for next year.
Medicare Basics for Federal Employees
Medicare can be an important health care benefit for federal employees at or near retirement.
This Federal Employee Saved $200K With This Strategy
Proper tax planning can result in huge savings during retirement.
OPM Retirement Backlog Hits Another 6-Year Low at the End of September
The OPM retirement backlog was slashed by 12% in September to hit another new low point for 2023.
5 Reasons to Consider Roth TSP, Roth IRAs, and Conversions
Because future tax rates are likely to increase, now may be a good time to consider Roth accounts and Roth conversions.
Could an HSA and Medicare Mashup be in Your Financial Future?
Funding an HSA now can help you save on taxes and pay Medicare premiums in the future.
7 Things Happy Retirees Do
These are 7 things that retirees can do, often for free, that will help them have more fulfilling retirement years.
