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Should You File Early for Social Security?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerNov 9, 2022 8:45 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Deciding when to apply for Social Security is an important decision. These are some factors to consider.

What my Social Security Statement Pages Look Like and Why You Should Sign Up For Your Online Account

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterOct 3, 2022 7:08 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Having a my Social Security account can help you quickly get important information about your earnings and benefits.

WEP, GPO, and Bill to Eliminate Them Has Advanced for First Time

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 21, 2022 10:18 AM | Updated: Sep 29, 2022 8:28 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal retiree income may be impacted by the WEP and the GPO. Legislation has advanced in the House to eliminate these provisions.

Highest Expected 2023 COLA for Social Security in 40 Years

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerSep 16, 2022 1:49 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The 2023 COLA could be the largest for federal retirees in 40+ years.

Protecting Social Security From Hobgoblins

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithSep 6, 2022 3:11 PM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 1:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The author says that neither political party has a viable plan to help Social Security.

Social Security Basics: Five Things to Remember

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeAug 26, 2022 10:20 AM | Updated: Jan 15, 2024 1:29 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement

These are five basic things to know about Social Security.

Early Federal Retirement and Social Security

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterAug 17, 2022 8:56 AM | Updated: Sep 19, 2023 6:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees who retire early under FERS and do not continue earning wages need to be aware of the impact to their Social Security benefits.


Why the Federal Employee Retirement Age May Go Up

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 3, 2022 7:44 AM | Updated: Oct 3, 2022 1:49 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Social Security may be unable to fully pay benefits in the near future. Federal employees relying on it for part of their retirement income would be wise to make alternate plans.

Would Working Two More Years Keep Social Security Solvent?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithJul 27, 2022 9:15 AM | Updated: Oct 27, 2023 8:42 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

A recent survey said that many younger Americans would be willing to work longer to shore up Social Security, but the author says this isn’t likely to help much.

Audit Finds GPO Shortchanging Seniors

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithJun 14, 2022 8:25 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

An audit conducted by the SSA OIG found that some retirees impacted by GPO may be losing out on additional retirement benefits. Here is how to reclaim your benefits.

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