Top 3 Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement
Categories Retirement The author explains the top three ways federal employees can ruin their retirements from her series 10 Easy Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement.
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.
Categories Retirement 6 Year-End Tax Saving Strategies
These are 6 strategies you can use to help save on taxes at the end of the year.
Invest in a Personal Financial Course For Your Future
A college level personal finance course may be one of the best investments you can ever make for your future.
House Republicans Concerned About CBP Retirement Processing Delays
A group of House Republicans want answers from OPM about extensive delays with processing retirement applications for CBP employees.
What is the Processing Time for FERS Disability Applications?
Processing times vary for FERS disability retirement applications. What can federal employees expect when applying?
2022 Inflation Continues Going Up; FERS Retirees Still Get 1% Less Than CSRS on 2023 COLA
Inflation is still with us in 2022. The latest inflation figures are no longer at a 40-year high, but consumers are still feeling pinched.
How to Calculate Your FERS Retirement Pension
Do you know how to calculate your FERS retirement pension? Here is a basic overview.
Should You File Early for Social Security?
Deciding when to apply for Social Security is an important decision. These are some factors to consider.
OPM Retirement Backlog Slashed By 5.3% in October
The OPM retirement backlog was reduced by over 1,400 total claims in October.
Why Retiring Now Won’t Help You Cash In on the 2023 COLA
Federal employees planning to retire at the end of 2022 to take advantage of the large 2023 COLA are likely to be disappointed.
