No Written Election by the Retiree Results in No Survivor’s Annuity
The widow of a deceased federal annuitant cannot collect a survivor’s annuity because her spouse never elected one for her.
Annuity
Will the Coronavirus Impact Annuity Payments?
OPM has reassured federal retirees that its retirement services operations will not be disrupted by the coronavirus.
FERS Annuity and Take Home Pay in Retirement
How much income can federal employees expect to have in retirement? It’s a complex question, but the author provides a basic overview of key points to consider.
New TSP Annuity COLA Computation Rate Coming in March
TSP annuities will have a new formula used to calculate their cost of living adjustments starting this spring.
FRTIB Awards TSP Annuity Contract
The FRTIB announced that it has awarded its life annuity contract for the TSP to MetLife.
Does Time at a U.S. Military Academy Count Toward Civilian Service?
An appeals court considered whether the 5 year requirement of civilian service to quality for an annuity could be met in part with service as a cadet at West Point.
2020 Pay Raise Unfair to Retirees?
Which group comes out ahead in determining a COLA or the annual federal pay raise?
Proposal Would Change Calculation Rate of the TSP Annuity COLA
The FRTIB has proposed a change to the rate used to calculate annual increases for TSP annuities.
What Taxes Will Federal Employees Have in Retirement?
What taxes can federal employees expect to pay after they retire from federal service?
Inflation and its Impact on your Federal Retirement
Federal retirees receive COLAs on their annuities to help offset inflation, but are there any similar options with your TSP account?