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Another Attempt to Stop the Government From Paying Dead People

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 1, 2019 10:47 AM | Updated: Jun 11, 2019 3:08 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The federal government routinely pays benefits to people who have died. Another bill has been introduced to try to prevent this from happening.

2019 Social Security Trustees Report: Finally Some Good News?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithMay 4, 2019 8:15 AM | Updated: May 14, 2019 11:18 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The author discusses the 2019 Social Security trustees report and why it appears to contain good news on the surface.

Congress Should Act On OPM, But Maybe Not For the Reason You Think

By Jeff NealApr 6, 2019 10:55 AM | Updated: Apr 17, 2019 6:20 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Although the proposed reorganization of OPM is not likely to happen, the author says that dropping the proposal entirely may not be the best outcome.

A Resolution to Keep: Getting Your Financial House in Order

By Greg KlinglerMar 31, 2019 7:48 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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It is important to periodically review your financial plans to ensure you remain on track for a solid retirement. These are some areas on which to focus.

Details Revealed on Proposed Benefits Cuts

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 18, 2019 1:19 PM | Updated: Mar 28, 2019 11:29 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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More details have been revealed about the suggested cuts to federal employees’ benefits along with the rationale for the proposals.

The Debt Ceiling and the G Fund: Here We Go Again

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 6, 2019 3:44 PM | Updated: Mar 16, 2019 5:49 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The government is using two federal employee retirement accounts to avoid hitting the debt ceiling as the country’s debt continues its steady growth.

Military Deposits and Your Annuity

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeDec 10, 2018 2:46 PM | Updated: Dec 18, 2018 7:11 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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How do military deposits affect FERS and CSRS retirement calculations? Here is an overview.

IG Labels CSRS Improper Payments ‘High-Risk’

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 8, 2018 1:12 PM | Updated: Jul 5, 2019 10:19 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A recent OPM Inspector General’s report said that improper payments made under federal employee retirement systems represent a “high risk.”

When Will the COLA Increase Appear in My Annuity Check?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 19, 2018 3:37 PM | Updated: Oct 29, 2018 9:56 AM Categories Q&A, Retirement Leave a comment
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I am a federal retiree. When will I see the annual COLA increase in my annuity payments?

How is the Annual COLA Different from an Annual Pay Raise?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 15, 2018 2:52 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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Feedback we get indicates there is confusion about differences between the annual COLA and pay raise (understandably so). The author explains the differences.

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