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Can I Retire at MRA?

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

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

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
Bird's nest with a golden egg in it labeled 'retirement' depicting retirement savings/retirement nest egg

This is a detailed guide to help federal employees understand the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).

FERS Retirement Eligibility

FedSmith.com author Steven PuckettBy Steven PuckettAug 29, 2022 8:15 AM | Updated: Sep 11, 2023 3:26 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Retirement eligibility under FERS is determined by a federal employee’s age and number of years of creditable service.

Early Federal Retirement and Social Security

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterAug 17, 2022 8:56 AM | Updated: Sep 19, 2023 6:25 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

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.


5 Retirement Planning Tips for Mid-Career Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerJun 15, 2022 8:51 AM | Updated: Nov 2, 2022 2:48 PM Categories Retirement

What should federal employees in the middle of their careers be thinking about regarding retirement planning?

Deferred Pension vs. Postponement vs. MRA+10

FedSmith.com author Steven PuckettBy Steven PuckettDec 7, 2021 3:05 PM | Updated: Sep 11, 2023 3:28 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees who retire early have some important choices to make regarding their pensions and health insurance.

Take This Job and Shove It!

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeAug 25, 2021 10:14 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees who leave their jobs before they are eligible for retirement can adversely impact their retirement benefits.

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