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Ask Reg: What is ‘High 3′ and how is it a benefit in retirement?
How to calculate your High 3 for federal retirement.
Opinion
How to build effective human-AI teams in the hybrid workplace
This transformational technology presents a massive opportunity for federal agencies.
By Kyle Tuberson
Opinion
How federal agencies can curb ‘Shadow IT’ use by employees
The use of devices, applications and services outside the control of an organization’s IT security environment is on the rise.
By Barry Duplantis
Is it worth delaying retirement to maximize high-3 at next GS level?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones
US seeks to fund Israeli laser as Army considers Iron Beam’s potential
The U.S. Army is eyeing Iron Beam as a possible alternative laser to augment its own fire protection capability.
By Jen Judson
Is my special rate pay safe from changes in agency policy?
Agencies can cancel a special rate authority at any time. Here's how it could effect you.
By Reg Jones
What happens after the money I paid into a FERS retirement runs out?
The Federal Employees Retirement System provides benefits from three different sources: a Basic Benefit Plan; Social Security; and the Thrift Savings Plan.
By Reg Jones
When should I apply for a deferred federal retirement?
Your FERS Annuity is the pension you receive from the Federal Employee Retirement System.
By Reg Jones
How many years of service are needed for a FERS retirement?
The Federal Employees' Retirement System is the retirement system for employees within the United States civil service.
By Reg Jones
Opinions
Why federal agencies have a retention problem, and what to do about it
It is often the absence of a strong and meaningful workplace culture within federal agencies that leaves little to keep sought-after workers from leaving.
By Joe Thiel
Does my ‘High-3′ FERS calculation include locality pay boost?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones