Will I Run Out of Money in Retirement?
Having enough saved for retirement is a concern of many federal employees. One pitfall to watch for is the time between retiring and starting Social Security.
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Myths About Taxes Federal Employees Face in Retirement
Federal employees under FERS may not realize it, but they will have taxes on at least some of their retirement income during their golden years.
What Happens If My Application For FERS Disability Retirement Is Denied?
If your FERS Disability Retirement application has been denied, there are there are several stages of appeal available to you.
What Happens to Your Unused Sick Leave in Retirement?
Here is a summary of what happens to your unused sick leave in retirement.
FERS Annuity and Take Home Pay in Retirement
How much income can federal employees expect to have in retirement? It’s a complex question, but the author provides a basic overview of key points to consider.
Preventing Fraud In Federal Retiree Payments
A bill has passed Congress to protect people receiving payments under FERS or CSRS from fraud by a person receiving the payment on behalf of the retiree.
14.2% Yearly Increase in TSP Balance for FERS
From the end of December 2018 to the end of December 2019, the average TSP balance for FERS employees was up almost 14.2%.
Rewarding High Performers and Chopping Benefits
OPM has released its proposed legislative changes impacting pay and benefits for the federal workforce. Here is a summary.
Federal Retirement Benefits on the Chopping Block
While the proposed budget cuts to federal employees’ retirement are familiar, the author says they contain a key difference this time.
Applying for FERS Disability Retirement: Overcoming Procrastination
Do you find yourself procrastinating on your FERS Disability Retirement application? The author interviews an expert for ideas on how to overcome procrastination.
