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7 Critical Tax Years to Plan for in Retirement

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsApr 17, 2025 9:27 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are 7 important retirement milestones on which to focus your retirement planning.

The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterMar 17, 2025 12:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Retroactive payments made under the Social Security Fairness Act could have tax implications.

Retroactive Payments Begin for Individuals Impacted by WEP, GPO

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 25, 2025 8:02 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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SSA has begun issuing retroactive payments under the Social Security Fairness Act. Here is the projected timeline.

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.

How Federal Employees Can Maximize the FERS 3-Legged Stool of Retirement Income

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsFeb 11, 2025 9:20 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees need to understand how to utilize all of their retirement income sources to make the most of them.

SSA Provides Update on Implementing Social Security Fairness Act

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 25, 2025 9:24 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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SSA has provided updates about issuing payments for the repeal of the WEP and GPO, but the news is probably not what federal retirees were hoping for.

Legislation Repealing the WEP and GPO Signed Into Law

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 5, 2025 4:42 PM | Updated: Jan 23, 2025 9:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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President Biden has signed legislation that repeals the WEP and GPO into law. What will this mean for retired federal employees?

WEP and GPO Bill Passes in Congress

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 21, 2024 9:38 AM | Updated: Jan 5, 2025 5:16 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Legislation repealing the WEP and GPO has passed Congress.

What Happens When a FERS Federal Employee Dies?

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbNov 25, 2024 8:20 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees under FERS have various survivor benefits available to provide for the loved ones they leave behind.

Repealing the GPO is Irresponsible

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithNov 19, 2024 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The author says that a bill that would repeal the GPO creates an unfair situation with Social Security and one that would further damage its finances.

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