Pay & Benefits
Separating Fact and Opinion
It can be difficult to tell the two apart in the federal retirement world.
Pay & Benefits
What If New Employees Were Offered a Bunch of New Benefits?
But with a catch: They’d have to give up some of the current ones.
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A Tale of Successful Retirement Planning
A story of high achievement, savvy investments and frugality.
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The Confusing Factor in Calculating Your Retirement Benefit
Determining your length of creditable service can get complicated.
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Can You Count on Social Security?
Lawmakers need to take action to ensure the system’s viability.
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The TSP and Your Retirement Date
Delaying retirement can complicate your Thrift Savings Plan withdrawal situation.
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When and Why You Have to Take TSP Withdrawals
A look at required minimum distributions.
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Weighing the Social Security Benefit Decision
When to start collecting benefits depends on your individual circumstances.
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Annuities, Withdrawals and More
Responses to more questions and comments from readers.
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Comments, Questions and Answers
Reader feedback on everything from FEHBP to Social Security.
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Do You Need a Financial Adviser?
Some questions to ask yourself before you sign up with one.
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Financial Lessons from the Shutdown
It’s important to develop healthy savings habits.
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