Military Benefits and FERS: Comparing Retirement Systems and Service Credit Rules

Key Takeaways
Military service can often count toward your FERS retirement, potentially increasing your benefits if you follow the proper process.
Recent changes eliminated the Windfall Elimination Provision, improving Social Secu…
TSP Withdrawals and Medicare Premiums: How Retirement Income Affects Costs

Key Takeaways
TSP withdrawals may increase Medicare premiums if they raise taxable income above IRMAA thresholds.
Understanding income reporting and planning around surges can help federal retirees manage future Medicare costs.