Dan and Katelyn discuss military buyback, including deposit percentages for CSRS and FERS, timing, and benefits like higher annuity payments, as well as Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), covering their advantages, Medicare impacts, and inheritance considerations. Check Out Our Next FERS ... Read More

Great news for federal employees! The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contribution limits for 2025 have increased, allowing you to save even more for retirement. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re well on your way to building a secure financial ... Read More

As Turkey Day closes in, it’s hard to believe that 2025 is less than two months away!  As we look ahead to 2025, one of the most important updates for federal government retirees who are age 65 and older is ... Read More

The time has come, people. 2025 COLA announcements are here!  If you’re a regular reader of our blog, you know that the Serving Those Who Serve team is committed to keeping our community of Feds up to date on the ... Read More

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

As a federal employee, your retirement benefits under the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) are an important part of your financial future. Whether you’re nearing retirement or just beginning your planning, understanding the following five key FERS annuity maximization strategies ... Read More

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

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

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

Cost-of-living adjustments for federal retirees: Social Security COLA, CSRS COLA, and COLAs for CSRS-offset and FERS. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – REGISTER HERE FedLife Podcast (ep. #120): Cost of Living Adjustments for CSRS, FERS, and ... Read More