Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Vernon, FSA, helps retirees make their money last for life. How much should you withdraw from your retirement savings in ...

On Wednesday, federal retirees who retired under the Civil Service Retirement System, current CSRS employees and a multitude of other state and local public service employees who receive pensions from ...

Are you still working toward your New Year’s resolution? By this time of year, most people have long since forgotten their ...

Discover how the pension recalculation date determines lump-sum pension offers and how it's calculated, along with why the timing can affect the total payout.

I’m 49 years old and I’ve had a steady job for over 15 years now as a government contractor. I plan to retire at around 65. I have $500,000 in savings between my 401(k), IRA and individual savings ...

Many federal employees ask me when they will be eligible for “full retirement.” I prefer the phrase “financially ready for retirement,” the point when income from all retirement sources covers your ...

We’re often told to save more for retirement, but have you stopped to think about how your retirement plans compare to your peers? Putting enough money away for retirement can feel like a push if ...

Most retirement communities tend to cater to those age 55 and over. Larger communities offer various options, from independent living to skilled nursing. Keep in mind that they can have a lot of rules ...