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FERS Disability Retirement and SSDI

By Scott SantarelliUpdated: October 9, 2020 7:43 AM
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What happens if you are approved for both FERS Disability Retirement and Social Security Disability Insurance?

What No One Tells You About Taking Social Security Early

By Dallen HawsSeptember 23, 2020 9:11 AM
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If you choose to take Social Security benefits before your full retirement age, be sure you are aware of the potential ramifications.

Will the New Social Security Tax Deferral Affect Your Retirement?

By Dallen HawsSeptember 3, 2020 12:20 PM
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A temporary payroll tax deferral is now in effect. What could this mean for your Social Security benefits?

The Importance of the FERS Special Retirement Supplement

By Dallen HawsSeptember 2, 2020 10:38 AM

This is a summary of the FERS Special Retirement Supplement and how it can benefit eligible federal retirees.

“Defunding Social Security”: Monetizing the Fear of the Elderly

By Brenton SmithUpdated: August 26, 2020 8:29 AM
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The author says that the recent “defund Social Security” debate is more about politically driven sound bites than facts.

Trump’s Payroll Tax Cut is a Lose-Lose Deal

By Brenton SmithAugust 6, 2020 12:11 PM
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The author says that a proposal to suspend the Social Security payroll tax would jeopardize the overall health of the program.

Will I Run Out of Money in Retirement?

By Dallen HawsJuly 31, 2020 7:56 AM

Having enough saved for retirement is a concern of many federal employees. One pitfall to watch for is the time between retiring and starting Social Security.

What June CPI Data Say About the 2021 COLA

By Brenton SmithJuly 27, 2020 11:02 AM
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The latest CPI-W figures suggest a small COLA for federal retirees in 2021, but the author points out that it may be the start of a more positive trend.

3 Hidden Expenses in Retirement

By Justin HoltzJuly 21, 2020 9:47 AM
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These are three hidden expenses you may not anticipate that can impact your retirement budget.

Critical Steps to Take at Least 5 Years Before Retirement

By Dallen HawsJuly 20, 2020 7:55 AM
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These are some important retirement planning steps for federal employees to take at least 5 years before leaving the office for the last time.

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