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DRP, VSIP, RIF & Current Retirement Scenarios Chart

DRP, VSIP, RIF & Current Retirement Scenarios Chart

STEP 1: Determine Your Retirement Eligibility What is your Current Age and how many Years of Creditable Federal Service? (Check your Service Computation Date or SCD on your Earnings & Leave Statement) Start at the top of “Requirements” and find your...
What are VERA & VSIP?

What are VERA & VSIP?

What is VERA? VERA, often called an “early out,” stands for Voluntary Early Retirement Authority and allows eligible FERS employees to retire earlier than they normally could under standard retirement rules. It’s a tool agencies use during...
FEGLI: Understanding the Costs and Coverage Changes

FEGLI: Understanding the Costs and Coverage Changes

1. Cost Increases Dramatically Over Time One of the most significant drawbacks of FEGLI is the escalating cost. As you age, premiums increase steeply, making the program much more expensive. For many federal employees, this cost spike can strain retirement budgets....
FEHB & Medicare

FEHB & Medicare

What are my options for coordinating FEHB and Medicare in retirement? There are three primary options for coordinating your FEHB benefits and Medicare in retirement. All options provide excellent health coverage, and United Benefits has Medicare specialists who can...