Tag: MRA
More Big Retirement Differences for FERS Special Provision Employees
There are a number of special provisions afforded to certain federal employees under FERS.
The Big Retirement Differences for FERS Law Enforcement, Firefighters and Air Traffic Controllers

There are special provisions for certain federal employees which can make a big impact on their pensions at retirement.
The Big ‘Gotchas’ of Deferred Retirement

Deferred retirement is an option for some federal employees, but there are potential downsides.
I’m xx Age; Can I Retire Yet?

How does the Minimum Retirement Age (MRA) under FERS factor into your retirement eligibility?
Postponed vs. Deferred Annuities Under FERS

What are the differences between deferred and postponed annuities?
Observations on OPM’s Recommended Adjustments to Federal Employee Benefits

Recent proposals would make cuts to federal employees’ benefits should they come to pass. The author analyzes their impact through a financial planning perspective.
Glass Half Full: A Review of Your Federal Benefits Beyond 2018

Federal employees are understandably concerned about recent proposals to cut their pay and benefits, however, the author points out that there are still plenty of reasons to remain positive.
Congress and Your Federal Employee Retirement

Should a federal employee retire now to avoid unpleasant changes that may be implemented in new legislation?