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When Can You Collect Your SRS (Special Retirement Supplement)?

If I retire age 59 under Postponed Retirement can I collect the SRS – Kenneth https://youtu.be/KAGt4Mu4OpM Federal workers have three main parts to their retirement: a

Military to Civilian Transition

Hello, I appreciate your videos very much. I am active duty and retiring next year, intending on becoming a GS employee. Can you do one

How do I Calculate My High-3?

How do I calculate my high three? I was a FERS employee from 1991-2000 then returned to FERS in 2022. I am 58 with a

Federal Pension – A Guide for Former Federal Employees

I worked for the federal government from 1995 to 2000. I turn 62 in 2024. I spent my entire federal career at Nevada. I live

Optimal Retirement Timing: Should You Wait For a Potential Pay Increase?

Hi! Love your podcasts and videos! I’m having a hard time figuring out my best dates and options for retiring soon. I’m trying to determine

Social Security & COLA

Questions about social Security and COLA (cost of living adjustment) are among the most common. Let’s go through the basics with Floyd Shilanski, RCF, Managing

Potential Consequences of Exceeding The Earnings Limit in 2024 on FERS Supplement

“In mid 2025, I will turn 62, therefore my FERS supplement will stop. I currently work PT not to exceed 2013 earnings limit. However, in

Can you get a Personalized FERS Benefits Summary?

“Hello, Will OPM issue me a personal FERS Benefits Summary upon request (i.e., similar to the personalized benefit summary issued by Social Security) based on