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Another Government Shutdown? What Federal Employees Need to Know

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 23, 2026 4:13 PM | Updated: Jan 31, 2026 10:07 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

President Trump said that he thinks another government shutdown is likely. These are some important considerations for federal employees.

Complete Guide to FERS Special Provision Retirement

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiDec 11, 2025 8:13 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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This detailed guide will help federal employees understand the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).

Navigating Federal Retirement: Top 3 Benefit Mistakes to Avoid

FedSmith.com author Wes BattleBy Wes BattleJul 21, 2025 8:05 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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These are 3 common mistakes federal employees make with respect to their retirement benefits that can be costly.

How to Find Mistakes on HR Pension Estimates

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsDec 17, 2024 11:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

It is not unusual for federal employees to find mistakes on their pension estimates. These are some of the most common ones.

Complete Guide to FERS

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleFeb 8, 2024 9:22 AM | Updated: Dec 13, 2024 1:12 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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This is a detailed guide to help federal employees understand the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).

15 Weeks? New EPL Benefit May Impact Your Federal Retirement Date

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 30, 2021 11:37 AM | Updated: Dec 19, 2022 11:25 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What is EPL, and will it impact your “high-3” and your retirement date?

Rewarding High Performers and Chopping Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 20, 2020 1:42 PM | Updated: Dec 16, 2020 7:42 AM Categories Human Resources, Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM has released its proposed legislative changes impacting pay and benefits for the federal workforce. Here is a summary.

2021 Budget Proposal Would Eliminate FERS COLA, SRS

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 10, 2020 1:30 PM | Updated: Feb 25, 2020 10:09 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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A number of reductions to federal employees’ retirement benefits have been proposed in the President’s 2021 Budget.

What Impact Does the High-3 Have on Your FERS Annuity?

By Brandon ChristyNov 5, 2019 11:35 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Do you know how to estimate your high-3 for calculating your FERS annuity? This tool can help.

Details Revealed on Proposed Benefits Cuts

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 18, 2019 1:19 PM | Updated: Mar 28, 2019 11:29 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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More details have been revealed about the suggested cuts to federal employees’ benefits along with the rationale for the proposals.

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