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Early Retirement & Special Provisions (LEO, FF, ATC)

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Early Retirement Options for FERS Employees

Your FERS early retirement options compared: SCE/LEO, MRA+30, MRA+10, postponed, deferred and VERA, with the benefits and TSP rules for each.

What You Need to Know About VERA / VSIP and Discontinued Service Retirement (DSR)

VERA, VSIP buyouts and DSR explained for federal employees: who qualifies, what you keep, the $25,000 cap, and who should take an early out.
Law Enforcement Officer Retirement, The Rule of 55, TSP, and Roth TSP

Rule of 55 and the TSP: Early Access for Federal Employees, LEOs (Rule of 50) and Roth TSP

How the Rule of 55 works for TSP, the age 50 or 25-years rule for LEOs, why it doesn't apply to IRAs, and Roth TSP withdrawals before 59½.
Evaluating a LEO or ATC Contract Position

Evaluating a LEO or ATC Contract Position

Should a LEO or ATC retire early for a contract job? Weigh retirement eligibility, the financial math, job stability and whether you really want it.