Retirement
Retiring Abroad? Changes to Federal Benefits, Social Security Benefits, and Tax Rules for an Expat
Are you a federal employee considering retiring overseas? These are some important financial considerations.
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
Use Your Thrift Savings Plan to Increase Your Social Security Retirement
What is "pensionizing" and could it help to increase your retirement income?
Retirement
Will I Get Social Security If the Trust Fund Goes Bankrupt?
News reports imply that the Social Security trust fund is going broke. Should you include Social Security income in your retirement planning?
Retirement
Why You Should Not Worry About Social Security Trust Fund News
Focusing on what you can control in your retirement planning is more productive than worrying about things beyond your control.
Retirement
Best States to Retire: Tax-Free Retirement, Cost-of-Living, and Quality of Life
Federal employees who may be considering relocating after retirement should consider cost of living, lifestyle and taxes in each states.
Retirement
Changed Your Mind About Taking Social Security Early? Here Are Your Options
If you start Social Security early but regret the decision, you have options. These are the options and considerations.
Retirement
Social Security and the Retirement Earnings Test (RET) Can Bring Your Benefits to $0
If you are on Social Security and have earned income, the Retirement Earnings Test can create significant penalties.
Retirement
Beware of This if You Plan to Work After Retirement!
Federal employees who are planning to work after retirement need to be aware of these potential pitfalls.
Retirement
How to Report and Correct Your Social Security Earnings Record
Ensuring your reported earnings are accurate helps to maximize your Social Security benefits. Learn how to check and correct errors.
Retirement
Social Security Does A Better Job Explaining Your Retirement Benefits Than I Can
When you need information on Social Security benefits, it's always best to go straight to the source.