When applying for your FERS retirement, one of the key decisions you’ll need to make is whether to select a survivor benefit for your spouse. Options...
The next Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Open Season will take place from November 11, 2024, to December 9, 2024. This is the designated period when...
One of the primary reasons people seek government employment is the value of federal employee benefits, especially in retirement. With defined-benefit pension plans nearly obsolete and...
While non-spouses may not be eligible for the FERS survivor benefit, there exists an alternative solution for those with financial dependents – the Insurable Interest Survivor...
Ensuring financial security for your surviving spouse post-retirement is a vital aspect of FERS retirement planning. Here’s a comprehensive overview to assist you in understanding and...
Entering retirement as a federal employee often brings surprises regarding the deductions from your monthly FERS annuity (pension). To ensure your retirement income meets your needs,...
Considering dropping your FEGLI coverage upon retirement? It’s a decision often pondered among federal employees due to concerns over age-based premiums impacting their FERS annuity. Before...
Contemplating extending your working years beyond your Minimum Retirement Age (MRA)? Delving into the FERS 10% Bonus available at age 62 could offer valuable insights. Here’s...
It may come as a surprise that, before 2009, Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) employees forfeited their unused sick leave at the end of each year....