Pay & Benefits
Employee Benefit Changes for 2023
How new pay rates, Social Security earnings limits and other factors could affect your retirement planning.
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Tammy’s Top 12 Tips of 2022
Our Retirement Planning columnist’s best pieces of advice over the course of the year.
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Hitting the Road to Retirement
The path from filing your paperwork to getting your full benefits can be long and winding.
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Open Questions About Open Season
Sorting out options for federal health insurance and Medicare can be tricky.
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Health Insurance Options for Veterans
There are lots of choices, especially for those who have joined the civilian federal workforce.
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For Some, Retirement Just Means a Different Kind of Work
One path to financial security is to continue earning money after your federal career ends.
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It's Time to Prepare for Open Season
It’s in your interest to conduct an annual insurance checkup—especially this year.
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Big COLA Boost for Retirees
High inflation at least means a boost in federal retirement benefits.
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Rules and Requirements for Federal Retirement
Some dates to retire are better than others for different employees.
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Retire Now or Later? A Debate
Sticking around can improve your financial situation, but is it worth it?
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Before And After Retirement: A To-Do List
Tips on navigating the periods sandwiched around your retirement date.
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Higher Inflation At Least Means Higher COLAs
That’s generally true for federal retirees, but it’s a bit more complicated.
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