Federal Employees: Being Able to Retire and Being Ready to Retire Are Two Different Things
At some point, most federal employees end up asking these two important questions: when can I retire, and how much money will I need? They…
The FERS Supplement: Who’s Eligible, When It Stops, and What to Expect
If you’re planning to retire before age 62 under FERS, the Special Retirement Supplement, commonly called the FERS supplement, could…
How Sick Leave Credits Toward Your FERS Retirement
Most federal employees know they accrue sick leave, but far fewer realize that every hour of unused sick leave they carry into retirement…
Understanding the FERS Minimum Retirement Age
For federal employees planning their exit from government service, few numbers matter more than your FERS Minimum Retirement Age. It…
How Your High-3 Average Salary Is Calculated
If you’re a FERS employee, your retirement annuity is based on your years of creditable service and your High-3 average salary. Of…
OPM Makes a Dent: Federal Retirement Backlog Drops for the First Time in Months
After months of relentless growth, the federal retirement application backlog finally showed signs of relief in March. OPM’s…
March TSP Performance: Volatility Returns as Global Risks Rise
March was a difficult month for Thrift Savings Plan participants. After a strong start to the year, particularly in international equities,…
Tips For Federal Employees Considering Private Life Insurance
As FEGLI premiums rise, especially approaching retirement, many federal employees begin to explore alternatives. Whether it’s a private…
FEGLI Mistakes That Can Cost Federal Employees
Federal employees often assume their life insurance is “handled” through FEGLI, but that assumption can lead to costly mistakes over…
Latest Federal Retirement Data: TSP Hits $1 Trillion
The Thrift Savings Plan has officially crossed a major milestone. According to the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board’s…
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