Tag: FERS

Why LEOs Should Be More Careful With Their Retirement Timelines Than Almost Any Other Federal Group

Key Takeaways
Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) have unique retirement benefits, but mistiming retirement can result in lower lifetime income and loss of critical benefits.Strict eligibility requir…

Retirement Planning Just Got Harder Thanks to These Recent Federal Workforce Proposals You Probably Missed

Key Takeaways
Several 2025 legislative proposals could significantly reduce the retirement benefits you have long counted on, especially if you’re in FERS.If you’re planning to retire in the next…

Federal Employee Benefits That Quietly Disappear if You Fail to Plan for Them Well Ahead of Time

Key Takeaways
Several federal employee benefits only remain available if you take action years in advance of retirement. Waiting until the last minute can cause them to quietly vanish.Planning ea…

The Federal Benefits That Sound Boring But Could Be Your Biggest Retirement Asset

Key Takeaways
Some of the least-discussed federal benefits, such as life insurance, long-term care, and flexible spending account…

You’ve Earned Social Security—But This Little-Known Rule Can Slash It for Government Employees

Key Takeaways
If you worked in a government job not covered by Social Security, your

If You’re Under FERS, This One Retirement Decision Could Have a Bigger Impact Than Your Annuity

Key Takeaways
Choosing when to begin withdrawing from the Thrift Savings Plan (