Author: Federal Digest Staff
Why Your Final Years of Federal Pay Matter More Than You May Think
New data from OPM shows the average federal salary has climbed above $112,000 for the first time. While that’s an interesting milestone, ...The Little-Known Social Security Filing Choice That Can Generate an Immediate Payout
Most retirees think of Social Security as a monthly benefit. You file, your payments begin, and those checks continue for the rest ...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 ...The TSP Withdrawal Rule Every Federal Retiree Eventually Faces
For many federal retirees, the Thrift Savings Plan becomes a key source of retirement income. But regardless of how you plan to ...The Military Buyback: What Federal Employees Need to Know
About 25% of the federal civilian workforce are veterans. If you’re one of them, you may be sitting on years of additional ...FEGLI in Retirement: The Decisions That Stay With You
For many federal employees, FEGLI is something that runs in the background throughout their career. Premiums come out automatically, coverage stays in ...How Divorce Can Affect Your Federal Benefits
Divorce can change far more than your marital status. For federal employees and retirees, it can also affect health insurance coverage, life ...Your TSP Withdrawal Strategy Matters More Than You Think
During your federal career, the Thrift Savings Plan is relatively easy to manage. You contribute each pay period, receive agency matching, choose ...Your FERS Minimum Retirement Age: What It Is and Why It Matters
If you are a federal employee mapping out your path to retirement, your Minimum Retirement Age is one of the most important ...How Your High-3 Average Salary Is Calculated
If you are a FERS employee, your retirement annuity is built on three key factors: your years of creditable service, your age ...
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