2% COLA for Federal Retirees in 2018
The 2018 cost of living adjustment for federal retirees will be 2%.
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6 Federal Retirement Myths
Have you believed one of these myths about federal retirement? The author provides a list of the most common ones he has heard from clients.
Retirees Remain on Track for at Least Modest COLA in January
Without factoring in the effects of the two recent major hurricanes, federal retirees remained on track for a modest COLA in January based on August CPI data.
Update on Harvey’s Impact on Gas Prices and COLA
Hurricane Harvey has created a disruption in oil production and gas prices which could impact next year’s COLA. The author provides an update.
Hurricane Harvey, Gas Prices, and COLA
Hurricane Harvey may cause gasoline prices to jump which could ultimately be a boon to federal retirees.
Alternative Ways to Determine Future COLAs
Alternative ways have at times been considered for computing benefits payments to federal retirees. The author describes some of the options.
Be Prepared for a Moderate COLA in January
There is both good and bad news about the likely COLA in 2018. The author provides the details.
Best Estimate for 2018 COLA: 2.2%
The best estimate for the 2018 COLA is 2.2% according to the Board of Trustees for the Social Security Trust Funds.
How Do You Take Away a Benefit That’s Already Been Paid For?
Recent proposals suggest cutting federal employees’ retirement benefits, however, the author says that lawmakers may not understand how these are funded.
Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Proposals to Cut Federal Employees’ Benefits
Lawmakers in both the House and Senate recently sent letters expressing their concerns to proposals to cut federal employees’ benefits.
