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.
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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.
Will 2018 COLA Exceed Federal Employee Raise?
Current federal employees are likely to receive a smaller pay increase in 2018 than federal retirees.
What Impact Will the Proposed Cuts to Our Benefits Have on Me?
I am concerned about proposed cuts to my benefits. What will this mean for my salary and what can I do in the meantime?
House Budget Committee Targets Federal Employee Pensions
The House Budget Committee’s 2018 budget proposal suggests reforming civil service pensions to “put them on a better fiscal path.”
House Republicans Push Back Against Proposed Benefits Cuts
A group of House Republicans recently went on record as being against proposed cuts to federal employees’ pay and benefits.
Annual COLA Inching Toward 2% for January 2018
The COLA increase for 2018 is edging higher. Here is an outlook for the 2018 COLA and proposals that could impact your current and future federal retirement.
