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Military Buy Back and Your Future Annuity
At my minimum retirement age, I will have 29 years and I am eligible to buy back some military time. If I buy back the time, will it…
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.
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Social Security and FERS Supplement
I will receive the FERS supplement until age 62. I plan to wait until my full retirement age of 66 years 2 months to consider filing for Social…
Pay & Benefits
The CSRS Voluntary Contribution Program
The CSRS Voluntary Contribution Program has been available to CSRS or CSRS Offset federal employees for many years. It can be a very useful option to significantly increase…
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What is the Best Date to Retire?
I am planing to retire this FY. I am trying to determine if hanging until Jan. 10, 2015 for full lump sum (448 hours) is a better option…
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TSP Annuity After Retirement
If I elect to take the TSP annuity after retirement and I die before using all of my contributions will it go to my adult daughter, my elected…
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Am I Eligible for the Special Retirement Supplement?
I am a VA employee under FERS retirement. I meet the MRA. Does this mean I would not be eligible for the special retirement supplement?
Pay & Benefits
Will I Forfeit My Pension If I Accept a Job with USPS?
I am a retired air traffic controller with the FAA after 25 yrs of service. Will I forfeit my pension from the FAA if I accept a job…
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Do ‘Unpaid Entries’ Change My Service Computation Date for Retirement?
I recently received a "Certified Summary of Federal Service" and noticed that there were several entries annotated with "FICA Only -- Deposit Not Paid" and my SCD is…
Pay & Benefits
What’s the Rationale Behind the Best Dates to Retire in 2014?
Could you explain the rationale for the best dates to retire? For example why is Dec 28 better than Dec 31 for 2014?
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How is My FEHB Premium Paid Until I Start Receiving My Pension?
I'm retiring at the end of the year. How is my FEHB premium paid until I start receiving my monthly pension?