Early Federal Retirement and Social Security
Federal employees who retire early under FERS and do not continue earning wages need to be aware of the impact to their Social Security benefits.
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.
Federal employees who retire early under FERS and do not continue earning wages need to be aware of the impact to their Social Security benefits.
Social Security may be unable to fully pay benefits in the near future. Federal employees relying on it for part of their retirement income would be wise to make alternate plans.
Seeking appropriate medical care is an important part of the FERS Disability Retirement application process.
It takes OPM a long time to process a federal employee’s retirement application. What should you expect, and how long does it usually take?
Companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate to give federal retirees under both FERS and CSRS the same annual COLA amounts.
If you do not pursue a reasonable reassignment of your position, can you be declined for FERS disability retirement?
How do survivor benefits work under FERS and CSRS in situations such as divorce or getting married after retiring?
The author says that the long standing lack of a quorum at the MSPB highlights inefficiencies in the FERS Disability Retirement application process.
There are several big advantages that federal retirement programs offer over the average private sector plans.
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.