When Will the COLA Increase Appear in My Annuity Check?
I am a federal retiree. When will I see the annual COLA increase in my annuity payments?
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How is the Annual COLA Different from an Annual Pay Raise?
Feedback we get indicates there is confusion about differences between the annual COLA and pay raise (understandably so). The author explains the differences.
2019 to Have Largest COLA Increase in 7 Years
What will the COLA increase be in 2019? Here is the new figure based on data just released early this morning.
Largest COLA Increase Since 2012?
The COLA payments starting in January 2019 will probably include the largest increase since 2012.
4 Things to Know About Your FERS Annuity
Are you aware of these four key elements of your FERS annuity?
Calculating the 2019 COLA Increase
How is the COLA calculated and what can federal retirees likely expect for next year?
Who’s to Blame? Will Feds be Culpable for Lower Income and Lost Benefits?
Recent news about proposed benefits cuts has many current and former federal employees worried. How might they impact one’s retirement if enacted?
Observations on OPM’s Recommended Adjustments to Federal Employee Benefits
Recent proposals would make cuts to federal employees’ benefits should they come to pass. The author analyzes their impact through a financial planning perspective.
Will Proposed Compensation Changes Help or Hurt Federal Hiring?
The author offers an analysis of the recent proposals to reduce retirement benefits as they relate to pay and recruiting.
House Committee Hearing Addresses Proposed Benefits Cuts
A hearing held by a House Committee yesterday addressed recent proposals to cut federal employees’ retirement benefits.