When Do Federal Retirees Start Receiving COLAs? A Complete Guide
Discover how federal retirees can safeguard their pensions against inflation with COLAs—when they start, how much they are, and why they matter!
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.
Bored in Retirement? The Financial Impact of Returning to Federal Service
Federal retirees contemplating a return to federal service should be aware of the financial implications for their pensions.
What Federal Employees Need to Know About RIFs and Early Retirement
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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?
This case study of a federal employee’s retirement plans can help you in your retirement preparation.
