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Annuity

Stay informed on federal retirement annuities under both FERS and CSRS, including updates on annuity calculations, eligibility rules, service credit, survivor benefits, and COLA adjustments that affect long‑term retirement income. Explore clear explanations of how federal pensions are computed, how policy or legislative changes may impact annuity payments, and what federal retirees need to know about planning for financial security. Find timely analysis and practical guidance to help federal employees and retirees understand the factors that shape their annuity benefits.

Connecticut Woman Sentenced for Stealing Federal Annuity Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 22, 2019 9:19 AM | Updated: Aug 3, 2019 12:04 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A Connecticut woman was recently sentenced in court for stealing her dead mother’s Postal annuity benefits.

Federal Employee Survivor Spousal Checklist

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinJul 9, 2019 5:09 PM | Updated: Jul 28, 2020 5:28 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What should a federal employee’s surviving spouse do when s/he dies? This is a checklist for handling federal benefits.

Unbiased Survivor Annuity vs. Life Insurance

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbJun 18, 2019 2:14 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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What are the key differences between survivor annuities and life insurance? The author provides an explanation.

Should Federal Employees’ Bonuses and Pensions be Provided to the Public?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 14, 2019 4:12 PM | Updated: May 24, 2019 4:48 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

One Congressman wants to make federal employees’ bonuses and pensions publicly available.

COLAs, Locality Pay and Raises

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 9, 2019 4:06 PM | Updated: May 20, 2019 10:07 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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Why did federal employees get a smaller raise than the annual COLA? Here is a quick explanation.

How Much is the FERS Annuity Really Worth?

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMay 8, 2019 3:24 PM | Updated: May 17, 2019 5:30 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The annuity is a big part of FERS, but what is it really worth to your overall retirement?

Should Sex Offenders Be Allowed to Get Federal Pensions?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 8, 2019 12:11 PM | Updated: May 17, 2019 5:30 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Legislation has been introduced to prevent individuals convicted of pedophilia from receiving a federal pension.

When Do I Begin Receiving the FERS Annuity Supplement?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 26, 2019 11:37 AM | Updated: Apr 5, 2019 9:37 AM Categories Q&A, Retirement Leave a comment

 I just received my first interim FERS payment. When can I expect to begin receiving the supplement?

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.

U.S. Marshal Service Retiree Wins Big at Supreme Court

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithFeb 20, 2019 1:42 PM | Updated: Mar 1, 2019 12:24 PM Categories Court Cases, Retirement Leave a comment

The Supreme Court sided with a retired federal employee in his fight to get state income tax treatment for his federal pension.

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