Katelyn and Chelsea explore strategies to maximize your FERS annuity, offering practical tips and insights. They also provide an update on potential pay raises, including current news and relevant legislation affecting these changes. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for ... 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

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

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

Katelyn and Jen delve into the intricate details of the FERS survivor annuity supplement and explore the complexities of life insurance The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 51): FERS Annuity Supplements and Life Insurance Jen discusses the purpose of FERS survivor annuity ... 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

If you’re under the age of 60 and collecting a FERS survivor annuity, you might be eligible for the FERS Survivor Annuity Supplement. While the FERS Special Retirement Supplement (SRS) is often discussed when it comes to retiring from the ... Read More