11 Tips for Newer Federal Employees
These are some tips to help new federal employees understand their benefits and jumpstart their retirement savings.
Annuity
What the Smartest Federal Employees Do With Their TSP at Retirement
How should federal employees invest their TSP money, and how much can be withdrawn safely in retirement?
Unusual TSP Returns This September and Surge in Purchasing TSP Annuities: What is Going On?
There has been a surge in TSP investors purchasing annuities. Here is a brief explanation. September is historically a negative month for stocks, but so far 2024 has been an exception.
How to Estimate Your FERS Annuity to Include Pay Raises and Grade/Step Increases
Your FERS annuity will be a valuable benefit in retirement, but how do you project its future value?
The Retiree Annuity Supplement for Foreign Service and Civil Service
What is the Retiree Annuity Supplement, and how does it impact a federal employee’s pension?
Retiring Abroad? Changes to Federal Benefits, Social Security Benefits, and Tax Rules for an Expat
Are you a federal employee considering retiring overseas? These are some important financial considerations.
FERS 1.1% Can Significantly Boost a Federal Employee’s Pension
Federal employees who work long enough can boost their pensions by 0.1%. That may not sound like much, but it can actually make a big difference.
Should You Turn Your TSP Into an Annuity?
Should federal employees convert their TSP to an annuity at retirement? These are some considerations.
Bill Would Bar Federal Employees Convicted of Sex Crimes From Receiving Pensions
Legislation has been introduced to prohibit federal employees found guilty of sexual crimes from receiving their government pensions.
5 Ways a FERS Basic Annuity May Be Reduced
Federal employees will have some expenses in retirement that cut into their monthly annuity payments, so budgeting for these in advance is important.
