Pay & Benefits
Midcareer Considerations
It’s never too early to begin weighing your retirement options.
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When To Go (FERS Edition)
Assessing when you can afford to retire under the Federal Employees Retirement System.
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Putting It Off
Given the current economic climate, should you consider postponing retirement?
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Understanding Social Security
Answers to some basic questions about how the system works for federal retirees.
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No Fooling
This week, the House really did approve some long-awaited retirement provisions.
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Leave: Take It Or Lump It?
Exploring the age-old question of whether it’s wise to use up your annual leave or take a lump-sum payment for it.
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Disability Decisions
Feds receive some benefits if they become disabled before retiring, but it could be wise to purchase supplemental private insurance.
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Spousal Provision
A different take on the debate over life insurance vs. the federal survivor benefit.
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Freefalling FERS?
A response to reader concerns about looming retirements under the Federal Employees Retirement System.
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What You Don’t Know
Shooting down some common misperceptions about federal retirement benefits.
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Questions and Answers
Responses to readers on service credit issues, Medicare and more.
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Deposit Directions
How to make sure you get credit for all your civilian federal service.
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
The dangers of missing out on the Medicare Part B enrollment period after you retire.
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The Check Isn’t in the Mail
The wait for your first retirement check -- make that your first direct deposit -- can be a long one.
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It Pays to Know
Tips for tough economic times on how to boost your current income or your retirement savings.
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Changes You Can Believe In
A rundown on specific changes in pay and benefits this year that will affect your retirement.
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The Index: 2009 Edition
Your guide to the best Retirement Planning columns since 2006.
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Holiday Wishes
A wish list of changes that would improve retirement prospects for federal employees.
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Medicare, Part B
Do you need it? When should you sign up for it? It pays to consider such questions carefully.
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