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Retiring from federal government - again! Will my annuity change?
A regular retiree is eligible to return to work for the federal government or in the private sector.
By Reg Jones
Can I retire before the FERS minimum retirement age?
The minimum retirement age for federal employees hinges on the type of retirement.
By Reg Jones
Why are FERS benefits so inferior to CSRS?
Both CSRS and FERS offer benefits such as health insurance, life insurance and survivor benefits. However, FERS benefits are often less generous than CSRS.
By Reg Jones
Can a federal employee defer retirement?
A postponed retirement is one where an employee meets the age service requirements to retire but defers the receipt of his annuity to a later date.
By Reg Jones
Is the best day to retire for a CSRS enrollee different than FERS?
Both CSRS and FERS employees need to retire before the end of the leave year to be paid for all their accumulated leave.
By Reg Jones
When should a CSRS retiree’s spouse receive Social Security benefits?
The Social Security Retirement benefit is a monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working altogether.
By Reg Jones
Why are retired FERS employees subject to prorated COLA?
The law governing COLAs is different for CSRS and FERS retirees, with the amount FERS retirees are entitled to generally being 1 percent lower.
By Reg Jones
Am I subject to the Windfall Elimination Provision?
A retiree questions whether they are being penalized for time spent in the Peace Corps.
By Reg Jones
Social Security Administration ranks as worst federal workplace
Federal employee engagement and satisfaction fell for the second year in a row and only four of the 17 large agencies improved their score from 2021.
Last-minute tax tips: Changes and resources for military members
Use the free tax assistance available on some military installations, or the free tax software and tax consultants available through Military OneSource.
By Karen Jowers
Will taking a non-federal job affect my FERS annuity?
FERS is a retirement plan that provides benefits from three different sources: a Basic Benefit Plan, Social Security and the Thrift Savings Plan.
By Reg Jones