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What Type of Federal Retirement Do You Qualify For?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 26, 2025 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are the retirement options for federal employees and the qualifying criteria for each.

How Federal Employees Can Create a Retirement Income Worksheet

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzFeb 24, 2025 10:41 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Creating a retirement income worksheet can help federal employees at any stage of retirement planning.

The Easiest Ways Federal Employees Can Retire Early

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 27, 2024 7:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The earliest age at which federal employees can retire will vary depending on the type of retirement.

The Biggest Reasons Federal Employees Retire at 62

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 2, 2024 9:53 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are four reasons why federal employees often retire at age 62.

3 Things You MUST Have in Your Federal Financial Plan

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerJul 10, 2024 8:39 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement
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Federal employees who include these three things in their retirement plans will have greater long-term financial success.

What is the Best Age for Federal Employees to Retire?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJul 9, 2024 8:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

57, 60, and 62 are popular ages for federal employees to retire. What difference do these ages make to retirement benefits?

Can I Retire at MRA?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzJun 21, 2024 9:39 AM Categories Q&A, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

A federal employee asks if it is possible to retire at age 57 given his financial situation.

The Biggest Reasons Federal Employees Retire at Age 57

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJun 5, 2024 8:23 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Why do many federal employees opt to leave federal service at age 57?

FERS Things First: Age Reduction Penalties

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeMay 30, 2024 2:47 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement

How much difference can two years make? When it comes to a federal employee’s pension calculation, working another two years can have a big financial impact.

10 Numbers Federal Employees Should Know

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzFeb 27, 2024 8:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are ten things that play an important role in the finances of federal employees.

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