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How Does the WEP Affect Your Retirement Income?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJanuary 9, 2018 2:52 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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What is the Windfall Elimination Provision, and how can it affect your retirement income?

Maximized Pension vs Survivor Protection: A Fresh Take on an Age Old Debate

FedSmith.com author Tom WalkerBy Tom WalkerDecember 12, 2017 3:14 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Is the Surviving Spouse Benefit a good buy for federal employees? Here are some considerations.

How Much Income Will I Need in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinOctober 30, 2017 3:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Many people haven’t given much thought to how much income they will need in retirement. These are some tips on how to help you with your planning.

Federal Retirees: Will You Receive a Full or Prorated COLA?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOctober 18, 2017 2:19 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The 2018 COLA increase will be reflected in payments for federal retirees in January 2018. Some will receive a full COLA; others will receive a prorated COLA.

When is the Best Date to Retire in 2017?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeSeptember 26, 2017 2:49 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Are you planning to leave federal service at the end of the year? These are some important considerations for maximizing your annuity and leave payments.

How Much Do I Need In Savings If I Want $X Per Year In Retirement and Not Run Out of Money?

By Alexis HongamenUpdated: September 13, 2017 3:02 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees have several retirement savings benefits at their disposal. The author explains how these can work together to create a full retirement income.

Options for Changing Federal Employee Retirement

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: September 7, 2017 12:00 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Congress is looking for ways to reduce expenses. The $93 billion spent on federal retirement is a big target.

Glass Half Full: A Review of Your Federal Benefits Beyond 2018

FedSmith.com author Tom WalkerBy Tom WalkerUpdated: August 6, 2017 5:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees are understandably concerned about recent proposals to cut their pay and benefits, however, the author points out that there are still plenty of reasons to remain positive.

Can I Be Considered a CSRS Re-Hire Under a Presidential Appointment?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeUpdated: July 31, 2017 1:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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Can I be considered as a CSRS re-hire? If so, how will my previous CSRS time affect any retirement benefits to which I would be entitled eight years from now?

Retirement Benefits When Leaving Federal Service

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeUpdated: July 17, 2017 9:13 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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What retirement benefits will you have available when you decide to retire from federal service? This is what you can expect.

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