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Federal leave policies in Washington: Key insights

Federal leave policies in Washington: Key insights

Understanding how federal leave policies work is essential for planning a smooth transition into retirement. For Washington-based federal employees, effectively managing accrued annual leave is not only about taking time off — it’s a strategic financial...
Military Buyback for Federal Employees Explained

Military Buyback for Federal Employees Explained

For many federal employees, prior military service plays an essential role in shaping their federal career and retirement benefits. The Military Buyback program—also known as Military Service Credit—is a powerful opportunity to convert military time into creditable...
Social Security offset in Texas explained

Social Security offset in Texas explained

The Social Security offset in Texas can be confusing, especially for federal employees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) who retire before age 62. Understanding how the Social Security Supplement and offset provisions work is key to planning a...
FEHB in Retirement for Federal Employees

FEHB in Retirement for Federal Employees

For many retiring federal employees, continuing their Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) coverage is one of the most important benefits of federal service. The FEHB Program offers comprehensive health insurance that often rivals or exceeds private-sector plans....
TSP Catch-Up Contributions in Retirement Plans

TSP Catch-Up Contributions in Retirement Plans

As federal employees approach retirement age, maximizing every advantage in their retirement savings strategy becomes essential. One of the most impactful ways to do this is by leveraging Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) catch-up contributions. Designed for employees aged 50...