How to Maximize Federal Benefits in 2025
Fully utilizing these 6 benefits will set federal employees up for success.
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.
SSA on Track to Complete WEP and GPO Adjustments by November
SSA anticipates being finished processing payments for all individuals impacted by the WEP and GPO by the fall.
How to Calculate Your Social Security Benefit as a Federal Employee
There are some nuances federal employees must consider when calculating their Social Security benefits.
7 Critical Tax Years to Plan for in Retirement
These are 7 important retirement milestones on which to focus your retirement planning.
The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes
Retroactive payments made under the Social Security Fairness Act could have tax implications.
Retroactive Payments Begin for Individuals Impacted by WEP, GPO
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
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
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
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
President Biden has signed legislation that repeals the WEP and GPO into law. What will this mean for retired federal employees?
