
The Benefits and Disadvantages of FERS Deferred Retirement
There are two scenarios in which a FERS Employee might opt for Deferred Retirement….

Understanding CSRS Lump-Sum Credit Payment
Federal agencies are required to tell surviving former workers or retirees to contact

If You’re A Lifer, Here’s How to Combine FERS With Your TSP
Working for and retiring from the government used to be a piece of cake. Sort of.
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Election for TSP Contributions: What’s in a Name?
What’s in a name? Juliet Capulet asks in Act 2, Scene 2 of William Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet. What we call a rose would still smell as good as any other name. Act 1 of the TSP’s newest comedy, The Latest

Should you claim your social security benefits right now or wait?
When to apply for benefits is a life-altering choice. Whether you plan to retire soon or have already done so, you’ll need to decide on your

Military Service Counts Towards Federal Retirement
Your employing agency is frequently required to collect any deposits made to them to receive military service credit before retirement. Owing to the procedural time needed, it is advisable to make arrangements well ahead of retirement.
Ask your agency how long i…