Curated guides, tools, and references to help you make informed retirement decisions.
Curated links and guides for federal retirement planning
OPM FERS Information
Official Office of Personnel Management guide to FERS retirement benefits, eligibility, and calculations.
TSP.gov
Manage your Thrift Savings Plan, review fund performance, and adjust contributions.
SSA Benefit Estimator
Social Security Administration tool to estimate your future benefits based on your actual earnings record.
FEHB Plan Comparison Tool
Compare federal health insurance plans available in your area, with premium costs and coverage details.
OPM Retirement Estimator
OPM's own retirement estimate calculator for federal employees.
FERS Retirement Planning Guide
SoonStep-by-step guide to planning your federal retirement, from eligibility to application.
TSP Contribution Strategies
SoonHow to optimize your TSP contributions, fund allocation, and catch-up contributions.
FEHB in Retirement
How your health benefits work after you retire — eligibility requirements, costs, and Medicare coordination.
Understanding the RAS Supplement
SoonHow the Retiree Annuity Supplement works, earnings test rules, and when it stops.
FERS COLA Explained
SoonHow cost-of-living adjustments work under FERS, including the tiered formula and when they start.
Federal Retirement Checklist
SoonKey steps to take 5, 3, and 1 year before retirement to make sure nothing falls through the cracks.
Tax Implications of Federal Retirement
SoonHow your annuity, TSP withdrawals, and Social Security are taxed — and which states tax federal pensions.
Comparing Federal vs. Private Compensation
SoonA framework for evaluating total compensation packages beyond just base salary.
Military Buyback Guide
SoonHow to buy back military time, what it costs, and how it affects your annuity calculation.
TSP Retirement Income Calculator
Estimate how long your TSP savings will last in retirement based on withdrawal rate and investment returns.
Medicare.gov Plan Finder
Find and compare Medicare plans, including Part D prescription drug coverage and Medicare Advantage.
ACA Marketplace
Browse health insurance plans on the Affordable Care Act marketplace and check subsidy eligibility.
GS Pay Scale Tables
Current General Schedule pay tables with locality adjustments for all federal pay areas.