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What Federal Employees Need to Know About RIFs and Early Retirement

FedSmith.com author Jesse BlackBy Jesse BlackJun 4, 2025 8:39 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees who are facing RIFs and early retirements need to know their rights, options, and benefits before making decisions.

Federal Retirement Reforms: Winners, Losers, and the Bottom Line

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 19, 2025 7:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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A new CBO report analyzes the proposed cuts to federal employees’ retirement benefits and their estimated impact on the federal deficit.

Pension Reform Showdown: Lawmakers Oppose FERS Contribution Hike

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 16, 2025 6:47 PM | Updated: May 29, 2025 10:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Opposition to proposed retirement benefits cuts for federal employees among House lawmakers may put the legislative proposal in jeopardy.

Benefits Cuts on the Table in House Budget Legislation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 28, 2025 6:45 AM | Updated: May 1, 2025 2:37 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Cuts to federal employees’ benefits are on the table in an upcoming legislative markup session.

Is It Better to Retire or Work Longer at Age 57 With 30 Years of Service?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 3, 2025 9:30 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Upon reaching age 57 with 30 years of service, does it make more financial sense for a federal employee to retire or keep working?

How Federal Employees Can Create a Retirement Income Worksheet

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzFeb 24, 2025 10:41 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Creating a retirement income worksheet can help federal employees at any stage of retirement planning.

How Federal Employees Can Maximize the FERS 3-Legged Stool of Retirement Income

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsFeb 11, 2025 9:20 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees need to understand how to utilize all of their retirement income sources to make the most of them.

Should I Retire Now or Wait Until 62?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzJan 24, 2025 1:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

This case study of a federal employee’s retirement plans can help you in your retirement preparation.

5 Huge Retirement Mistakes

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsJan 14, 2025 8:25 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees: Are you making any of these mistakes in your retirement planning?

How to Find Mistakes on HR Pension Estimates

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsDec 17, 2024 11:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

It is not unusual for federal employees to find mistakes on their pension estimates. These are some of the most common ones.

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