Retirement
Myths About Taxes Federal Employees Face in Retirement
Federal employees under FERS may not realize it, but they will have taxes on at least some of their retirement income during their golden years.
Social Security
Stay informed on Social Security updates that affect federal employees and retirees, especially those covered under FERS. Explore news and analysis on Social Security COLAs, benefit calculations, earnings limits, claiming strategies, and policy changes that influence retirement income. Find clear explanations of how Social Security integrates with FERS benefits, the FERS supplement, and long‑term financial planning. Keep up with legislative developments, inflation trends, and key rules that shape Social Security benefits for federal retirees.
Retirement
What Does the 2020 Trustees Report Really Say About Social Security?
The 2020 Trustees report for Social Security has been issued, but the author says it has little value in the current economic conditions.
Retirement
Retiring This Year? Here is a Preretirement Checklist
If you are retiring soon, here are some steps to take to create a solid plan.
Retirement
The Things You Don’t Know Are What Can Wreck Your Retirement
The things we don't know are what can often hurt us when it comes to retirement planning. These are some common ones for federal employees to be aware…
Retirement
Social Security Secrets
Taxes and the age at which you start drawing it can both have an impact on your Social Security benefits in retirement.
Retirement
10 Common Mistakes Made in a Federal Disability Retirement Application
These are some mistakes the author says that federal employees commonly make when applying for Federal Disability Retirement.
Retirement
Coronavirus Infects Seniors’ Social Security Checks (If You Were Born In 1960)
The coronavirus could put a dent in some seniors' Social Security checks. The author explains why this is the case.
Retirement
Will You Continue to Get Social Security Payments During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
Will the coronavirus interrupt Social Security payments? Here's what the SSA says.
Federal Workforce News
Payroll Tax Cut? Not So Fast…
The author says that a payroll tax reduction is possible, but there are still no details as of yet.
Retirement
FERS Annuity and Take Home Pay in Retirement
How much income can federal employees expect to have in retirement? It’s a complex question, but the author provides a basic overview of key points to consider.