For many retirees today, Social Security serves as a key source of income. And once you retire, it may play a pretty big role in your finances, too. But if you think it’s okay to retire on Social ...

For almost a decade, federal employees have had the option of entering phased retirement, a status in which they work half time and receive half of their annuity. But only a relatively small number of ...

A good number of people end up retiring with more than just Social Security to fall back on. And that’s a positive thing, ...

Based on its most recent data for the third quarter of 2025, Fidelity puts the average 401 (k) savings rate at 14.2% of ...

I am 53 years old with 18 years of service. I understand that I can retire under the Federal Employees Retirement System at age 55, when I will have 20 years of service. I also understand that if I ...

A recent article in U.S. News and World Report suggests seniors and baby boomers consider turning their homes into an annuity by using one of the least tapped avenues of a reverse mortgage. These ...

It’s a new year and there are new benefit amounts that take effect at the beginning of each year as well as basic pay adjustments for federal workers under the General Schedule and cost of living ...

A fixed annuity provides a guaranteed income stream. Payouts can be immediate or deferred. Drawbacks include limited upside. Annuities can help ensure your retirement savings last your entire life.

FORT RILEY, Kan. – The Civilian Human Resources Agency (CHRA) encourages Army civilian employees to begin retirement planning early to ensure a smooth transition. The Army Benefits Center-Civilian ...