How Do Federal Retirement Programs Differ From the Private Sector?
There are several big advantages that federal retirement programs offer over the average private sector plans.
FERS
How to Deal with a “Bad” Supervisor’s Statement on a FERS Disability Retirement Application
The supervisor’s statement can make or break a FERS Disability Retirement application,. Here are some important things to know about this part of the process.
Important Links on the OPM Website for Federal Employees About to Retire
Federal employees who are retiring soon will find these resources from OPM helpful in their planning.
Why is My 2022 COLA Less Than I Was Expecting?
My FERS annuity with the 2022 COLA is increasing less than 4.9% in January. Why is that?
What Inflation Does to Your Federal Retirement
Inflation has been rising at a much higher rate than usual. How can this impact a federal employee’s retirement?
Will OPM Deny My FERS Disability Retirement Claim If I Am Denied SSDI?
You must apply for SSDI as part of a FERS Disability Retirement application. If you are denied for SSDI, will this impact OPM’s decision?
Should You Take the FERS Supplement or 10% Bonus to Your Pension?
How much of a financial impact can the FERS supplement or pension bonus have on a federal employee’s pension?
When Should I Make a Deposit for My Military Time?
Federal employees may be able to receive retirement credit for their military service.
What Do You Need to Know About the Federal Retirement Systems?
This is an overview of the two main retirement systems and their benefits for federal employees.
Turning Your Pile Into a Paycheck: How Should You Invest Your TSP in Retirement?
How can federal employees determine how much they can safely withdraw from their TSP accounts to spend in retirement?
