2% COLA for Federal Retirees in 2018
The 2018 cost of living adjustment for federal retirees will be 2%.
Articles in this section cover the annual cost of living adjustment (COLA) for retired federal employees. Our authors illuminate the intricacies of the COLA and its significant impact on the financial well-being of federal retirees. Discover insights into the factors influencing COLA calculations, the historical trends in adjustments, and how these annual changes directly affect the purchasing power of retired federal workers. Stay informed about the latest updates, legislative changes, and expert analyses about the COLA, ensuring retirees are equipped with the knowledge necessary to navigate their finances effectively. Explore our articles to gain a comprehensive understanding of the annual adjustments that play a pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape for retired federal employees.
The 2018 cost of living adjustment for federal retirees will be 2%.
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.
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.
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 may cause gasoline prices to jump which could ultimately be a boon to federal retirees.
Alternative ways have at times been considered for computing benefits payments to federal retirees. The author describes some of the options.
There is both good and bad news about the likely COLA in 2018. The author provides the details.
The best estimate for the 2018 COLA is 2.2% according to the Board of Trustees for the Social Security Trust Funds.
Recent proposals suggest cutting federal employees’ retirement benefits, however, the author says that lawmakers may not understand how these are funded.
Lawmakers in both the House and Senate recently sent letters expressing their concerns to proposals to cut federal employees’ benefits.