The Social Security Double Tax Bomb
As the author explains, federal employees who think their taxes will be lower in retirement could be in for an unpleasant surprise.
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.
Does Time at a U.S. Military Academy Count Toward Civilian Service?
An appeals court considered whether the 5 year requirement of civilian service to quality for an annuity could be met in part with service as a cadet at West Point.
FERS Disability Retirement and OWCP: Common Misconceptions
Are you filing for both FERS Disability Retirement and OWCP? Here are some important things you must know.
What Taxes Will Federal Employees Have in Retirement?
What taxes can federal employees expect to pay after they retire from federal service?
Inflation and its Impact on your Federal Retirement
Federal retirees receive COLAs on their annuities to help offset inflation, but are there any similar options with your TSP account?
What Impact Does the High-3 Have on Your FERS Annuity?
Do you know how to estimate your high-3 for calculating your FERS annuity? This tool can help.
Will I Outlive My Retirement Funds?
Do you have enough saved to retire? While there is no easy answer to this question, the author lists three questions to ask to help you begin planning.
Federal Retirees Get a 1.6 % COLA for 2020. No One is Applauding
The COLA for 2020 has been met with a tepid response. The author explains how it is calculated as well as prospects for seeing higher future COLAs.
3 Big Retirement Regrets
Are you ready to retire? How will you spend your time when you get there? Planning properly now will help ensure you have a more enjoyable retirement.
Federal Employees Are Lucky
The author says that although federal employees may not think of themselves as lucky, they have plenty for which to be thankful.
