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Federal Employees Asked to Help with Influx of Migrant Children

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 26, 2021 2:25 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Federal employees are being asked to volunteer for a temporary detail to help with the care and placement of unaccompanied children seeking refuge in the United States.

The Top Retirement Mistakes Federal Employees Made in 2020

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFeb 19, 2021 11:19 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The author outlines the top retirement planning mistakes he observed federal employees make in 2020.

Civil Service Modernization Is Essential – Here Is One Way to Make It Happen

By Jeff NealFeb 18, 2021 8:21 AM | Updated: Sep 3, 2021 12:03 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that using a model based on BRAC is the best way to achieve civil service modernization.

1.2% COLA in 2021 for Federal Retirees and Social Security?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 14, 2020 8:05 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What is the likely amount for a 2021 COLA?

3 Hidden Expenses in Retirement

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzJul 21, 2020 9:47 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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These are three hidden expenses you may not anticipate that can impact your retirement budget.

Chance of an Extra Holiday at Christmas for Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 27, 2018 2:22 PM | Updated: Dec 6, 2018 8:05 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Are federal employees likely to receive an extra day off on Christmas Eve which falls on a Monday in 2018?

The ‘Best’ Retirement Dates in 2019

By Ehren ClovisOct 22, 2018 3:35 PM | Updated: Oct 30, 2018 4:07 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What are the “best” dates to retire in 2019? The author offers some important considerations for FERS and CSRS federal employees.

The High-Five Average Salary

By Robert F. BensonAug 16, 2018 3:25 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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There has been discussion in Congress of switching annuity calculations to a high 5 average salary. What is the potential impact on a federal employee’s annuity?

Being a Fed in DC is Not The Same as the Rest of the Country

By Jeff NealApr 10, 2018 2:48 PM | Updated: Apr 19, 2018 7:49 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

There are significant differences in being a federal employee in DC versus another part of the country, and this has an impact on pay.

What Penalties Would I Face If I Retire at 62 With Less Than 20 Years of Service?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeAug 16, 2017 10:48 AM | Updated: Aug 23, 2017 3:59 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Q&A Leave a comment

What penalties would I face if I retire at 62 years old but have less than 20 years in service?

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