When it comes to your retirement, it can be a very stressful time—or it can be a very smooth transition. It really comes down to...
Read MoreWhen it comes to your retirement, it can be a very stressful time—or it can be a very smooth transition. It really comes down to...
Read MoreWhen we talk about your FERS Retirement, we’re really talking about several different benefits. FERS (Federal Employees Retirement System) has three main components: Basic FERS...
Read MoreSpecial Benefit for Some FERS Who Retire Before Age 62 Have you heard about the FERS Supplement? It’s an important benefit for FERS planning to...
Read MoreFERS retirement benefits are complex. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the details. But it’s important to remember that federal benefits are just...
Read More“What happens to your sick leave if you are 63 years and have 28 years of federal service. Thanks for taking this question.” FERS Sick Leave Rules As a Federal
“As a FERS retiree, am I required to sign up for Medicare at age 65; or can I opt out of Medicare Part B? Also, regarding my spouse, who has
“I have two questions about social security. I am 61 and my wife is 58. Let’s say my wife files for social security at age 62 and I wait until
My understanding is that if I take immediate retirement at MRA before 62, then I will: 1) get the FERS Supplement to my FERS annuity; and 2) but I will
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