Leaving federal service is more than choosing a retirement date. It’s a process that involves careful planning to protect your income, safeguard …
Retirement
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When you put money into your TSP or other tax-advantaged retirement accounts, the contributions you make have not been subject to income …
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Many federal employees set their retirement plan on autopilot and don’t look back until a sudden change throws them off course. From …
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OPM continues to deal with high numbers of federal retirement applications, as June saw 13,430 employees file for retirement. While this number …
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The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement has so far avoided proposed federal benefit reductions, presenting some federal employees with a key decision: continue …
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With President Trump’s plan to cut 107,000 federal jobs from non-defense agencies in 2026, federal employees face uncertainty about job security. This …
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For federal retirees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), the terms “deferred annuity” and “postponed annuity” refer to distinct options for …
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The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Life Annuity has become an increasingly popular option for federal retirees. With rising life expectancies and concerns …
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As of August, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) reported the average processing time for new retirement claims was 64 days. Processing …
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If you’re approaching retirement but feel uncertain about making a sudden transition, phased retirement might be a suitable alternative. Eligible federal employees …