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Category Archives: FERS

 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

What Changes are Coming to Social Security in 2025?

08/03/2024
It’s not unusual for federal retirees to eagerly await news regarding the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). After all, this increase provides retirees with a measure of financial protection against the eroding effects of inflation on their fixed incomes.  But, as most retirees ... Read More

 The FedLife Podcast: Federal Retirement and Military Service Credits Part Two

07/31/2024
Discover the military deposit rules and regulations to enhance your retirement benefits under FERS or CSRS. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – REGISTER HERE  The FedLife Podcast: Federal Retirement and Military Service Credits Part Two Ensure ... Read More

 The Fed15 Podcast: MSPB Backlog and TSP Funds update

07/30/2024
Dan and Katelyn delve into the backlog at the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), suggesting proactive measures while efforts are underway to address the caseload. They also provide an analysis of TSP funds for Q2, emphasizing achievements and areas ... Read More

Making the Most of Your FERS: Deferred vs. Postponed Retirement Explained

07/28/2024
We speak with thousands of Feds each year during our complimentary Serving Those Who Serve webinars about the various retirement options available to federal employees.  We’ve found that two of the most important – and often misunderstood – options are deferred and ... Read More

 The Fed15 Podcast: Understanding Federal Aviation Retirement & FEGLI vs. Private Life Insurance

07/25/2024
Dan and Katelyn discuss potential adjustments to mandatory retirement ages for Federal air traffic controllers and pilots, explaining the rationale and potential outcomes. They also compare FEGLI with private life insurance, highlighting differences between group plans and private options. Check ... Read More

Part-Time Work and the Impact on Federal Retirement Benefits

07/24/2024
As a full-time federal government employee, you’re entitled to a retirement pension if you meet age and “years-of-career” criteria. However, if you’re considering reducing your full-time workload to part-time, it’s essential to understand that this move will impact your pension ... Read More