Retirement Planning

So Many TSP Choices

When it comes time to start taking Thrift Savings Plan disbursements, you have options. Lots of options.

  • Tammy Flanagan

A New Retirement Resource

OPM offers a five-step guide to the sometimes confusing retirement process. 

  • Tammy Flanagan

Your Guide to Virtual Retirement Resources

Advances in technology have made it easier to get educated on federal retirement benefits without leaving your computer.

  • Tammy Flanagan

Social Security Facts and Myths

How much do you know about these key retirement benefits?

  • Tammy Flanagan

Thank the People Who Make Sure You Get Your Benefits

Public Service Recognition Week is a good time to honor those who created and those who maintain the federal retirement system.

  • Tammy Flanagan

The Best Age for Retirement

It’s not the same for everybody.

  • Tammy Flanagan

Getting Credit for Your Work

Carefully documenting previous military or civilian service can lead to an earlier retirement and a bigger benefit. 

  • Tammy Flanagan

Last Minute Tax Tips

Things to keep in mind if you still haven’t filed—or even if you have.

  • Tammy Flanagan

Let a Thousand Investment Flowers Bloom

April is Financial Literacy Month, and a good time to get educated about your retirement savings.

  • Tammy Flanagan

7 Things We’ve Learned So Far This Year

News and tips about pay, pensions, the TSP and more.

  • Tammy Flanagan

No, Your Retirement Investments Aren’t Insured

Planning for your post-work future involves managing risk.

  • Tammy Flanagan

When Collecting Your Retirement Benefit Means Proving You’re Not Dead

Sometimes, OPM requires proof of life.

  • Tom Shoop and Tammy Flanagan

Keep an Eye on These Potential Benefits Changes

Some adjustments are already on the way, and others are on the drawing board.

  • Tammy Flanagan
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How Changes to Medicare Part D Will Impact Federal Annuitants

The new reforms might be worth giving it a second look, one expert says.

  • Kevin Moss

There’s No Turning Back From Some Retirement Choices

Certain benefits decisions are irrevocable.

  • Tammy Flanagan

When to Leave to Get Paid the Most for Your Leave

The pros and cons of working all the way to the end of the federal leave year.

  • Tammy Flanagan

What Not To Do With Your TSP Account

Be careful about borrowing from your retirement investments. 

  • Tammy Flanagan

If You Do Nothing Else to Plan for Retirement, Do This

Don’t turn away free money.

  • Tammy Flanagan

Don’t Overlook This Unloved Fund When Investing in the TSP

TSP participants can consider it another potential way to diversify a growth-oriented strategy.

  • W. Lee Radcliffe

Waiting For That First Retirement Check

A primer on processing, payments and patience for those looking forward to getting their benefits. 

  • Tammy Flanagan

Who Can and Can’t Get Coverage Under Your Health Insurance

OPM doesn’t know how many people with FEHB coverage are actually ineligible for the program.

  • Tammy Flanagan