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Can Unused Sick Leave Increase Your Retirement Eligibility Age?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 7, 2025 11:08 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What impact does unused sick leave have on a federal employee’s retirement eligibility?

Want an Extra Year of Retirement Service Without Working Longer? Leverage That Leave!

By Dan SipeFeb 13, 2025 9:45 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement
Face mask, thermometer, and cash on a solid blue surface next to a note that says 'paid sick leave'

Federal employees can add more time to their retirement service credit by strategically using their leave.

What Impact Does Unused Sick Leave Have on Your Pension?

FedSmith.com author Ann WertsBy Ann WertsAug 20, 2024 8:30 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Sick leave is an important benefit federal employees have that can provide a pension boost in retirement.

How Federal Employees Can Maximize Their Annual Leave Payouts

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJul 24, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Unused annual and sick leave are handled differently for retiring federal employees, but both can help them walk out the door with more money.

How Federal Employees Can Pick the Best Dates to Retire

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJun 27, 2024 8:43 AM | Updated: Jul 22, 2024 2:00 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are 3 important things federal employees must know before choosing a retirement date.

FERS 1.1% Can Significantly Boost a Federal Employee’s Pension

FedSmith.com author Wes BattleBy Wes BattleJun 13, 2024 2:40 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees who work long enough can boost their pensions by 0.1%. That may not sound like much, but it can actually make a big difference.

Make Sick Leave Pay You for a Lifetime

FedSmith.com author Wes BattleBy Wes BattleMay 31, 2024 9:50 AM | Updated: Dec 31, 2024 10:27 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Unused sick leave can be a valuable tool to help federal employees boost their retirement pensions.

Complete Guide to FERS

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

Federal Employees Entitled to Sick Leave for Medical Travel After Abortion Ruling

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 28, 2022 11:28 AM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 1:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

OPM said that federal employees are entitled to sick leave to travel out of state for medical care, just days after the Supreme Court’s decision on abortions.

Should I Use My Annual Leave or Sick Leave Right Before Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOct 8, 2020 7:48 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
Face mask, thermometer, and cash on a solid blue surface next to a note that says 'paid sick leave'

These are some considerations for federal employees debating using sick or annual leave just prior to retirement.

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