Retirement
Federal Retirement Claims Rise in November
As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM received 23,393 ...FERS Supplement vs 10% Annuity Bonus
The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement is a powerful benefit that bridges the gap until you’re eligible to file for Social Security. This ...Common Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Retirement is one of the most critical milestones in a federal career, yet many employees delay planning until just a few years ...Why the Classic 4% Rule May Not Fit Your Retirement
For decades, the “4% rule” has been a simple benchmark for retirees: withdraw 4% of your total savings in the first year ...Mapping Out Your Federal Retirement Journey
From January through August 2025, more than 88,000 federal employees submitted retirement applications. Even if your own retirement is years away, it’s ...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 tempted ...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 ...More Feds Hit TSP Millionaire Status
A growing number of federal employees are retiring with more than $1 million in their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) accounts, a milestone ...FERS Supplement vs 10% Annuity Bonus
Now that the FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement has survived proposed federal benefit cuts, this may lead to a big decision for some ...Understanding Required Minimum Distributions
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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