Is Phased Retirement Right For You?
Is phased retirement right for you? Here is an overview of how the program works.
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.
Time is Running Out to Replace Your RMD
Required minimum distributions were suspended under the CARES Act, but if you already took one and want to replace it, it must be done before it’s too late.
The Problem With Having No Life Insurance
Do you need life insurance in retirement? These are some important considerations.
“Defunding Social Security”: Monetizing the Fear of the Elderly
The author says that the recent “defund Social Security” debate is more about politically driven sound bites than facts.
How Storms in the Gulf Can Affect Your COLA
How can tropical weather affect the COLA for federal retirees? The author explains the impact two Gulf storms could have.
Federal Retirement and Your Service Computation Date
Your Service Computation Date can have a significant impact on your retirement annuity.
Do I Have Enough in My TSP Account?
Will you have enough money when you reach retirement? The author says the answer is different for everyone and provides some important planning tips to consider.
The TSP is Cheap, Unless You Are Retired
Distribution rules under the TSP can create an unanticipated expense for retirees making regular withdrawals if the stock market drops suddenly.
What Withdrawal Options Are Available for the TSP?
The TSP Modernization Act has made it much easier for federal employees to make withdrawals from their TSP accounts.
The TSP During A Recession
Volatility in the market can be stressful, but having a long-term plan for your retirement can make the inevitable swings more manageable.
