Even Experts Get Social Security Wrong; What Federal Employees Can Learn
Social Security rules are complex, and even financially savvy individuals discover that small misunderstandings may reduce lifetime income,...
Inside Federal Retirement Processing: What the Data Shows
Federal retirement processing is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history. After decades of paper-based...
Deferred vs. Postponed Annuity
For federal retirees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), the terms “deferred annuity” and “postponed...
Federal Retirement Benefits: Calculation and Common Estimate Mistakes
Federal Retirement planning can feel like navigating a maze. Your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), annuity, Social Security, and other benefits...
Factors To Consider Before Filing For Social Security Benefits
One of the biggest decisions you need to make when you’re headed for retirement is when to file for your Social Security benefits. Should...
Federal Retirement Backlog Surpasses 50k
As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM got a...
Maximizing Your Federal Retirement: The Best Dates to Retire in 2026
The right timing can greatly impact your federal retirement by helping you maximize your annuity start date, annual leave lump-sum payout,...
Choosing A Tax Pro To Help Plan Your Federal Retirement
Many retirees expect to have lower taxes in retirement, but are shocked when they get their tax bill. An experienced tax professional can...
Social Security Uncertainty and What It Means for Retirement Planning
Social security is a main component of retirement planning, but a recent Cato Institute survey of about 2,000 Americans finds that while...
How Confident Are Federal Employees About Retirement?
Federal employees have access to one of the most comprehensive retirement systems available, but strong benefits alone don’t guarantee...
