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.
Why IS There CSRS and FERS, and How Do They Differ?
The Civil Service Reti…
Utilizing military service duration to qualify for a civil service retirement annuity
The possibility of obtaining retirement benefits premised on your civil service is one perk of working for the federal government. As a …
Federal Survivor Benefits: How to Plan Ahead
A federal employee can improve their annuity by making a deposit for any active duty service in the armed forces. Knowing what happens to your loved ones during your death is crucial if you have a spouse or children who are financially rely on you.
Survivor Annuity i…
Getting Credit for Active Duty Service – Planning Ahead
Military service may be utilized to boost your years of service and may allow you to retire sooner – and with a larger annuity – than if you relied just o…