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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.

How Much is the Maximum Annuity Supplement?

By Robert F. BensonMar 20, 2018 10:11 AM | Updated: Mar 30, 2018 11:59 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

How do you calculate the maximum FERS annuity supplement? It’s actually a complex calculation. The author breaks down the process.

Marrying Before or After Your Federal Retirement: Pros vs. Cons

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeMar 14, 2018 10:33 AM Categories Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment

I’m retiring in a few years and I’m in a long-term relationship, but I’m not married. What are the pros and cons of marrying before or after retirement?

What in the *~CSRDF*/@ is Going on?

FedSmith.com author Ann WertsBy Ann WertsFeb 27, 2018 2:47 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

How well do you understand your federal employee benefits, and how does this information tie into the recently proposed cuts?

No Interim Pay for Some FERS Retirees?

By Robert F. BensonFeb 26, 2018 3:22 PM | Updated: Mar 2, 2018 11:58 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How does interim pay work with the FERS Annuity Supplement? The author provides an explanation.

Will I Be Included in the Proposed Benefits Cuts?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 25, 2018 1:47 PM | Updated: Mar 2, 2018 11:58 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Benefits cuts for federal employees have once again made their way into the latest budget proposal. What can federal employees do in the meantime?

Do Not Let OPM Reduce Your Retirement Benefits Without an Appeal

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Feb 22, 2018 2:55 PM | Updated: Feb 28, 2018 3:05 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Some retired federal employees were recently notified by OPM that their annuity payments were being reduced. Do they have any appeal options?

Can LEO Employees Extend Their Service Outside of Law Enforcement to Become Eligible for the 1.1% Annuity Computation?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeFeb 22, 2018 11:14 AM Categories Q&A, Retirement Leave a comment

Can a law enforcement employee extend working years in a non-law enforcement capacity to become eligible for the 1.1% FERS annuity calculation?

Are Abnormally Successful Feds Faking Their Own Death for Financial Gains?

FedSmith.com author Randy SilveyBy Randy SilveyFeb 21, 2018 2:31 PM | Updated: Feb 28, 2018 3:05 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How would your spouse get by in retirement if you were to pass away? The author discusses how imagining this scenario can help with your retirement planning.

What’s the Impact of the [PROPOSED] FERS Benefit Cuts?

By Kelly MonroeFeb 18, 2018 6:34 PM | Updated: Feb 26, 2018 10:36 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

The White House’s 2019 budget outlined a number of proposed cuts to federal employees’ benefits. How much of an impact would these have on your retirement?

5 Things a Widow or Widower Would Tell You About FERS Survivor Benefits + A Common Question

By Kelly MonroeFeb 15, 2018 3:53 PM | Updated: Feb 24, 2018 4:37 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

How much does your spouse receive from your FERS pension if you pass away? That depends on the survivor benefit option you choose.

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