Do Singles Need To Save More For Retirement?
Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Singles need to save more for retirement because income taxes and Social Security are structured to favor...
VERA vs. Normal FERS Retirement: Pros and Cons
The Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) is a special option the federal government can offer during periods of restructuring,...
Is It Time To Review Your Retirement Plan?
Far too many federal employees take a set-it-and-forget-it approach with their retirement plan. But you need to be prepared for the...
Why DIY Retirement Planning May Not Work For Feds
Since your FERS annuity (pension), Social Security, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) provide three streams of retirement income, you may be...
Retirement Applications Slow in July
OPM continues to deal with a backlog of federal retirement applications, as July saw 8,295 employees file for retirement. While this number...
Creating a Smart Withdrawal Plan for Retirement
How you choose to draw down your retirement accounts can shape your tax bill, the lifespan of your savings, and your ability to meet...
Surge in Federal Retirement Applications Continues
OPM continues to deal with high numbers of federal retirement applications, as June saw 13,430 employees file for retirement. While this...
4 Fundamental Elements Of A Strategic Federal Retirement Plan
For federal workers, a strategic retirement plan has one primary objective: ensuring financial security in your golden years. To achieve...
FERS Supplement vs 10% Pension Bonus
The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement seems so far to have survived proposed federal benefit cuts, and this may lead to a big decision for...
Preparing Financially For Your FERS Retirement
Retiring under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) offers a robust framework for financial security, combining a basic annuity,...
