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Federal retirees in the CSRS retirement system will receive a COLA increase of 3.6 percent in their annuities in 2012, while FERS retirees will receive a 2.6 percent increase. Complete COLA information is available on this site.

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"I spent 3 hours on the web looking for answers to questions concerning retirement. After a Google search yielded your address, it took only 20 minutes to find all of my answers! Thank you!!!"  Rod H, 9/11/2010 (Read ALL Testimonials)

PREPARATION is the key to a successful retirement. This site, based on my 35+ years of federal government service, extensive research, and input from our experts in key fields will help Federal and Postal employees make the transition from active federal employee to an informed, financially prepared, and involved retiree. Current retirees will also find the information and answers they need.     

I attended  several retirement seminars prior to retiring and returned with more questions than answers. This site fills the gap and will help you determine if you are financially, emotionally and physically ready for retirement. You will also be able to estimate your retirement income, understand benefit options, estimate survivor income with an easy-to-follow checklist, complete retirement forms, explore financial issues including TSP options, understand basic estate planning options, find jobs in retirement if desired, and we direct you to other resources to finalize your plans. 

  Dennis V. Damp

Retired FAA federal manager and site host

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Dennis DampDennis Damp, the host of our Lifestyle & Employment Forum, is the author of 25 books, a veteran and federal retiree. His books have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, New York Times, and U.S. News & World Report.

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Linda Duncan, Benefits Forum HostLinda Sherman, host of our Benefits & HR Forum, worked for the DOD, Energy, and Agriculture for over 16 years in human resources. She is an expert in employee benefits with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Texas State and a Certificate in Personal Financial Planning from Kansas State.

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Ann OzunaAnn Ozuna, host of our HR & Divorce Forum, is a retired Personnel Management Specialist and founder of Personnel Solutions Federal Benefits Counseling. She holds an MBA from Gonzaga University and looks forward to answering HR, divorce, and HR questions from our site visitors.

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Chcuk Jumpeter, host of the Wellsness & Health ForumChuck Jumpeter, host of our Wellness & Health Forum, is the owner of Jumpeter Wellness Associates and founder of the East End Health Consortium (EEHC) in Riverhead, NY. Chuck retired in 2006 with 40 years government service.

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Nancy HolstonNancy Holston, host of our Travel Forum, retired from federal service in 2008. She enjoyed frequent business and personal travel. She is looking forward to sharing her knowledge of past and present travels with our site visitors.

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Paul RisserPaul Risser, host of our Financial Planning Forum, is the owner of Risser Financial Services. Paul helps individuals with their investment, estate and retirement planning, college funding, and insurance needs.