Die With Zero: Getting the Most From Your Money Before It’s Too Late
It’s important to be responsible with money, but you also don’t want to take saving for the future too far.
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.
When Should I Apply for FERS Disability Retirement?
When should federal employees consider filing for FERS disability retirement? What is the process and what are the eligibility requirements?
What is the Best Age for Federal Employees to Retire?
Is it worth it for federal employees to wait until a later age to retire?
Keep Your Emergency Fund Out of Sight to Forget About It
Building an emergency fund to protect against unexpected expenses involves small, deliberate steps and avoiding temptation.
Don’t Miss These Three Federal Retirement Lessons from… Football?
Categories Retirement These are three important lessons federal employees should learn about saving in the TSP to help plan for a successful retirement.
Government Stimulus, Inflation, Failing Banks, and the Annual COLA
In the midst of financial turmoil, the February inflation rate has been released. Inflation is still a problem but the impact of the turmoil remains to be seen.
4 Must-Have Parts to a Federal Employee’s Retirement Income System
Federal employees must understand how to utilize all the parts of their retirement benefits to maximize their retirement income.
OPM Retirement Backlog Slashed By Over 5% in February
Fewer incoming retirement claims than in past years and faster processing times helped slash the OPM retirement backlog in February 2023.
Should I Take the TSP Annuity Option?
The TSP annuity sounds great at first, but upon closer examination, it may not be such a good deal.
Can Federal Employees Contribute to Both an IRA and the TSP in 2023?
Can federal employees contribute to both an IRA and the TSP? Here are the details based on 2023 contribution limits.
