Retiring Early Under FERS: Could It Work for You?

Published: Aug. 16, 2021, 2:08 p.m.

b'August 16, 2021 on ForYourBenefit, host Bob Leins, CPA\\xae welcomes Bob Braunstein, Federal Benefits Specialist.\\xa0 The FERS early retirement scenario is one of the lesser known but more flexible retirement options under FERS.\\n\\nTopics:\\n\\nWhat is the MRA + 10 Retirement Option and how do I qualify for it?\\nHow is this option different from other FERS retirements?\\nWhat are the benefits? downsides?\\nWhat is the age-reduction? Can it be avoided?\\nWhat is the postponed retirement option under MRA +10? How does this differ from deferred retirement?\\nAm I eligible for the FERS annuity supplement if I retire this way?\\nDo I have other retirement options?\\n\\nSend in a question:\\xa0 Email us in advance at\\xa0ForYourBenefit@nitpinc.com'