Should Federal Employees Retire Amidst High Inflation?
Inflation is at its highest levels in over 40 years. For federal employees who may be considering retiring, is now a good time?
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.
Is the Bear Market Over?
As the author explains, the current economic conditions are bizarre. What does this mean for federal employees planning for retirement?
Inflation Up 8.3% Despite Decline in Gas Prices
The 2nd month of inflation data used to calculate the COLA payment that will begin in January is now available. Here are the latest figures and COLA projections.
Think About Test Driving Your Retirement
Taking a “test drive” of your retirement can help you avoid costly mistakes and make the most of the experience.
A Perfect Retirement Storm? Comparing Pay Raise, Inflation, COLAs During Periods of High Inflation
Is 2022 a good year to retire? How do the annual pay raise, inflation, and COLAs compare during similar economic circumstances under Presidents Carter and Biden?
Federal Employee Mental Health Issues on the Rise
Mental health conditions can qualify federal employees for Federal Disability Retirement.
Protecting Social Security From Hobgoblins
The author says that neither political party has a viable plan to help Social Security.
OPM Retirement Backlog Barely Budges in August
The total size of the OPM retirement backlog saw almost no change in August 2022.
Turning 62 is a Rewarding Milestone for FERS Employees
Federal employees under FERS can get a higher annuity by waiting until age 62 to retire.
FERS Retirement Eligibility
Retirement eligibility under FERS is determined by a federal employee’s age and number of years of creditable service.
