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Annual Leave

The Best “Best Date” For Federal Employees to Retire… Really!

FedSmith.com author Wes BattleBy Wes BattleMay 3, 2024 9:33 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Close up of a portion of a calendar with a date circled in red and 'time to retire' written on the circled date

When is the best day for federal employees to retire? These are some important factors to consider.

Annual Leave for Federal Employees: Accumulation and Retirement

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeApr 24, 2024 1:43 PM Categories Pay & Benefits
Illustration of a person writing on a notepad labeled 'annual leave' at the top with a passport and calendar on a desk next to it

How does annual leave impact a federal employee’s retirement? How does it accumulate, and in what situations can it be restored?

Federal Employees: Don’t Lose Annual Leave in 2023!

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 26, 2023 3:57 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Illustration of a person writing on a notepad labeled 'annual leave' at the top with a passport and calendar on a desk next to it

There is an extra pay period in 2023 which means federal employees should pay close attention to their “use or lose” annual leave.

Top 4 Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerMar 23, 2023 8:55 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 6:42 PM Categories Retirement

The author explains four ways that federal employees can negatively impact their retirement savings.

Federal Employees: Making the Most of Your Annual Leave

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 22, 2023 7:54 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Effectively using your annual leave requires knowing what the rules are in the federal HR system. Advance planning is essential.

Essential Federal Employees Can Still Have Their Annual Leave Restored for COVID

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 22, 2021 8:00 AM | Updated: Aug 30, 2022 3:46 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Federal employees deemed essential in the COVID response can roll over unused annual leave above the traditional cap.

Should You Leave Some of Your Pension to Your Spouse?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 3, 2021 9:07 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What are the considerations for federal employees under FERS to leave survivor benefits to a spouse?

Higher Annual Leave Carryover Now in Effect

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 6, 2021 8:32 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Illustration of a person writing on a notepad labeled 'annual leave' at the top with a passport and calendar on a desk next to it

Certain federal employees are now eligible to carry over greater amounts of annual leave from last year.

Should I Use My Annual Leave or Sick Leave Right Before Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOct 8, 2020 7:48 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
Face mask, thermometer, and cash on a solid blue surface next to a note that says 'paid sick leave'

These are some considerations for federal employees debating using sick or annual leave just prior to retirement.

Legislation Would Allow All Federal Employees to Carry Over Unused Leave

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 2, 2020 1:04 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Hourglass next to a calendar with 'COVID-19' written across it

A new bill would let federal employees roll over greater amounts of unused annual leave during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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