Federal Employee Mental Health Issues on the Rise
Mental health conditions can qualify federal employees for Federal Disability Retirement.
FERS
Stay informed on the latest FERS retirement news, including updates on FERS annuity calculations, retirement eligibility rules, service credit, COLA adjustments, and federal retirement policies that affect current and future retirees. Find clear explanations of FERS benefits, survivor options, the FERS supplement, and key guidance to help federal employees understand how their retirement income is calculated and how policy changes may impact long‑term financial security.
Turning 62 is a Rewarding Milestone for FERS Employees
Federal employees under FERS can get a higher annuity by waiting until age 62 to retire.
FERS Retirement Eligibility
Retirement eligibility under FERS is determined by a federal employee’s age and number of years of creditable service.
One Big Mistake Most Federal Employees Make
Using the TSP to save for retirement is a good thing, but the author says that many federal employees make a mistake in their planning.
Early Federal Retirement and Social Security
Federal employees who retire early under FERS and do not continue earning wages need to be aware of the impact to their Social Security benefits.
Why the Federal Employee Retirement Age May Go Up
Social Security may be unable to fully pay benefits in the near future. Federal employees relying on it for part of their retirement income would be wise to make alternate plans.
Be Smart in Choosing Medical Treatment for Disability Retirement
Seeking appropriate medical care is an important part of the FERS Disability Retirement application process.
FERS Retirement Timeline: What to Expect from OPM
It takes OPM a long time to process a federal employee’s retirement application. What should you expect, and how long does it usually take?
Bill Seeks to Raise Annual COLA for Some Retired Federal Employees
Companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate to give federal retirees under both FERS and CSRS the same annual COLA amounts.
FERS Disability Retirement: The Reassignment Piece
If you do not pursue a reasonable reassignment of your position, can you be declined for FERS disability retirement?
