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Survivor Benefit

Top Mistakes on OPM Retirement Applications

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsSeptember 30, 2020 11:13 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are some common mistakes federal employees should avoid to help speed up their OPM retirement application processing.

What Benefits Will Your Family Have When You Pass Away?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJuly 24, 2020 10:17 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

These are some benefits available to federal employees the can be transferred to their survivors.

No Written Election by the Retiree Results in No Survivor’s Annuity

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApril 9, 2020 11:50 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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The widow of a deceased federal annuitant cannot collect a survivor’s annuity because her spouse never elected one for her.

Will Your Surviving Spouse Need Your Federal Health Insurance?

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyApril 4, 2020 10:07 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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These are some important things to keep in mind about your federal benefits if you think your spouse will need your health insurance if you predecease him or her.

Federal Employee Survivor Spousal Checklist

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinJuly 9, 2019 5:09 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What should a federal employee’s surviving spouse do when s/he dies? This is a checklist for handling federal benefits.

The Best Time to Collect Social Security

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbFebruary 5, 2019 2:54 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The best time to begin collecting Social Security is different for everyone. The author offers some points to consider in making the decision.

Choosing the Correct Survivor Annuity Option

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMay 2, 2018 1:53 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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There are three survivor annuity options for FERS employees. The author explains the differences and whether life insurance can serve as a replacement.

Marrying Before or After Your Federal Retirement: Pros vs. Cons

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeMarch 14, 2018 10:33 AM Categories Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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I’m retiring in a few years and I’m in a long-term relationship, but I’m not married. What are the pros and cons of marrying before or after retirement?

5 Things a Widow or Widower Would Tell You About FERS Survivor Benefits + A Common Question

FedSmith.com author Kelly MonroeBy Kelly MonroeFebruary 15, 2018 3:53 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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How much does your spouse receive from your FERS pension if you pass away? That depends on the survivor benefit option you choose.

This Widow Does Not Meet the Legal Definition of ‘Widow’ for Federal Retirement Purposes

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithUpdated: July 10, 2017 6:28 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The widow of an FBI employee is ruled not eligible for a FERS annuity survivor’s benefit since the length of her marriage was less than 9 months at the time of her husband’s death.

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