When Should Federal Retirees Take Social Security?
When should federal retirees under FERS take Social Security? There are many factors to consider.
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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.
When is it Time to Retire?
How do you know when it’s time to retire? It can be difficult, even frightening, to make the decision. Here are some tips to help with planning.
Understanding the Difference Between Postponed and Deferred FERS Retirement
While postponed and deferred retirement sound similar, there are big differences for FERS federal employees who retire early with these options.
How Your ‘Rich Ratio’ Affects Your Retirement
What is “The Rich Ratio,” and how can it help you plan your retirement?
A Great Age to Retire
While there is no “perfect” age for a federal employee to retire, there are some benefits to waiting until at least age 62.
How This Federal Employee Lost His Pension
This retired federal employee lost his annual pension payment of about $100,000 per year. Here is what happened.
What Working Part Time Does to Your Retirement
How does part time work impact your retirement under FERS?
Common Misconceptions About the FERS Supplement
The FERS Special Retirement Supplement may not work exactly as you think it does. The author lists some common misconceptions he has seen among federal employees.
Do This if Your Spouse is Under FERS Too!
When two federal employees are a married couple under FERS, they have different benefits considerations than families with only one federal employee.
How You Can Make FERS Retirement a Reality
How can you achieve your dream retirement as a FERS federal employee? These are some general guidelines to begin the process.
