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
7 Common Medicare mistakes to avoid
Currently, many carriers are offering
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…
What Are COLAs for Federal Retirees, and How Are They Calculated?
Many federal retirees are uncertain about the size of the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that
FERS and CSRS Marriage, Divorce, and Survivor Benefits
This article isn’t about whether or not to elect survivor benefits but rather on how survivor benefits operate in specific marital scenarios, such as when an ex-spouse is involved.