A federal employee with 30 years of service and a $90,000 high-3 average salary receives only $27,000 annually under FERS—30% of pre-retirement income—because the formula pays just 1% per year of ...

With updates to the FEHB program and new requirements for certain retirees, it’s more important than ever to understand how FEHB and Medicare work together.

Truthfully, I think a couple of years is really that magic spot because it gives you enough of a runway to start thinking," said Thiago Glieger.

With additional education, broader allocation strategies may enter the conversation, allowing individuals to evaluate how ...

Federal employees receive a retirement benefit package that includes a pension, a tax-advantaged savings plan and Social Security. But many do not fully understand how these benefits work, and that ...

Before you rush out the door, consider how a few more years of service can permanently boost your FERS annuity and Social ...

For some feds, federal disability can pay more each month than regular retirement benefits. For others, though, taking regular retirement pay is a better choice. A new report finds it’s often hard to ...

Even if you’re not a federal worker, it’s good to have a Plan B in case your benefits are delayed.