Unlock the complexities of the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) with our insightful collection of articles. Federal retirees will find resources to help learn about the intricacies of FERS annuities, exploring key aspects of retirement planning and financial security. Stay informed about the impact of Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) on FERS benefits, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of your retirement income. Explore topics ranging from annuity calculations to the latest updates on COLA adjustments, empowering you to make informed decisions for a secure and fulfilling retirement.
The start of a new year is often a time when we make plans for a better future. The author lists what she sees as the three most critical planning tips of a solid retirement plan for federal employees.
I understand that there is often a “best date” to retire to maximize one’s pension, but I want to retire in the middle of December 2017 to take my family on vacation. What effect will that have on my FERS pension?
Have you considered what would happen to your loved ones and to your assets after you pass away? Proper planning is important to ensure your wishes are carried out.
The author says that taxes are likely to be higher in the future when current federal employees are at or nearing retirement. He outlines some options available to federal workers to help offset future tax burdens.
The Office of Personnel Management has announced that certain benefits election forms with hand made corrections will no longer be accepted.
There is a common belief that Members of Congress have a special pension that will pay them their full salary as a pension for as little as five years of Congressional service. Is this really true?
All but one TSP fund had positive returns in September. Here are the best and worst performing funds so far in 2016.
What lies at the core of OPM’s retirement backlog? The author explains the most glaring problem he sees with the situation and what can be done to solve it.
There is some good news for readers who may be hoping for any COLA increase in January.
The author provides a basic explanation of how the FERS annuity supplement is calculated as well as why a federal employee would want to make the calculations.
