Just How Valuable is Your FERS Pension?
How valuable is your pension? The author provides a simple calculation to help illustrate.
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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.
Don’t Leave Your Spouse Without Income Before You Retire!
What would happen to your spouse if you were to pass away before retiring from federal service? These are some important considerations.
More Big Retirement Differences for FERS Special Provision Employees
There are a number of special provisions afforded to certain federal employees under FERS.
The Big Retirement Differences for FERS Law Enforcement, Firefighters and Air Traffic Controllers
There are special provisions for certain federal employees which can make a big impact on their pensions at retirement.
When is the Best Day for a Federal Employee to Retire?
These are some considerations for federal employees when choosing a date to retire from federal service.
Will OPM Approve My Disability Claim Without a Physician’s Statement?
Although it’s not optimal, the author explains how it is possible to get a FERS Disability Retirement claim approved without a doctor’s statement.
Can You Retire With Only $250k in Your TSP Account?
Many people think you need to hit at least the $1 million mark to have a comfortable retirement, but as the author illustrates, this may not always be the case.
The Big ‘Gotchas’ of Deferred Retirement
Deferred retirement is an option for some federal employees, but there are potential downsides.
What is the Best Date for Federal Employees to Retire?
These are some important considerations that can help federal employees when choosing a date to retire from federal service.
How to Retire Early as a FERS Employee
Is there a magic age at which you can retire? As the author illustrates, it is really more of a financial question than an age question.
