Tag: Federal 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 ...October TSP Returns
For federal employees, the TSP is a powerful retirement benefit. With low fees, government backing, and a variety of investment options, it ...Recommended TSP Balance at Age 50
Federal employees have unique retirement needs, so it’s important to focus on savings guidelines tailored to you. While private-sector benchmarks suggest saving ...TSP Funds Continue Gains in September
In September 2025, TSP stock funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S Fund rose ...Federal Retirement Application Processing Times Climb
The average processing time for federal retirement applications has increased to 76 days, up from 70 days in August. This rise comes ...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 ...

















