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Category Archives: CSRS

Unlocking Hidden Retirement Value: Redeposits and Military Buybacks Explained

09/04/2024
The Feds we help at Serving Those Who Serve all have one thing in common – they’re all eager to learn how to maximize their Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) or Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) benefits. They realize that with a little advance ... Read More

 The FedLife Podcast: Why Delaying Your TSP & IRA RMDs Could Cost You More in Taxes

08/30/2024
Discover tax implications for delaying Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your traditional TSP and IRA. Explore strategies to manage your tax liabilities effectively and take advantage of current tax benefits. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: FERS & CSRS: Retirement Planning and the 2025 COLA Update 

08/27/2024
Dan and Chelsea delve into retirement planning for those under FERS with a CSRS component. They also analyze the projected 2025 COLA and its implications for CSRS and FERS retirees. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – ... Read More

 The FedLife Podcast: IRS Raises Estimated Tax Penalties—info for Fed Employees and Retirees

08/23/2024
Discover what you should know to navigate recent changes to underpaid tax penalties that may affect federal employees and retirees. Stay updated to manage potential penalties effectively. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – REGISTER HERE  The ... Read More

How to Add an Extra Year of Federal Retirement With the Enriched Leave Strategy

08/22/2024
2087 hours of accumulated sick leave equals one additional year of service without staying a year longer. You can add an extra year to your federal retirement without working longer. This can boost your retirement income by thousands. You can ... Read More

 The Fed15 Podcast: FERS Deferred vs. Postponed Retirement & Remote Work Future

08/20/2024
Dan and Chelsea explore the details of FERS deferred and postponed retirement and review the current state of remote work for federal employees. They discuss relevant legislation that could influence the future of telework in this field. Check Out Our ... Read More

 The Fed15 Podcast: Federal Employee Guide – First-Year Tips & Part-Time Retirement Impact 

08/14/2024
Dan and Chelsea offer a survival guide for navigating your first year as a federal employee. They also explore part-time work, address common misconceptions, and explain how to calculate your pension. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees ... Read More

Financial Considerations of Owning Two Residences in Retirement – Part I

08/12/2024
For most federal retirees, retirement is a time of change. One of those changes is a change in residence. Some federal retirees prefer to live in one location during the winter and another location during the summer. The term “snowbirding” ... Read More

Preparing for Retirement: Understanding FERS With a CSRS Component

08/07/2024
If you’re a federal government employee nearing your retirement transition, knowing where your post-job pension will come from is a good idea. You could be enrolled in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS). ... Read More

 The Fed15 Podcast: Is a Late-Stage Federal Career Switch Right for You?

08/06/2024
Dan and Katelyn explore the benefits of transitioning to a federal career later in life and offer job search tips. They also cover the details of annual leave for federal employees, including accumulation and retirement aspects. Check Out Our Next ... Read More