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Short articles on FERS, CSRS, the TSP, FEHB, and Social Security for federal employees and retirees.
FEDERAL BENEFITS
FEHB open season 2026 runs Nov. 9 to Dec. 14. Use this checklist to review 2027 premiums, doctors, dental, vision and FSAFEDS before the deadline.
November 2, 2026
FEDERAL BENEFITS
SSA set the 2027 COLA at 3.6 percent. CSRS retirees receive the full increase. Most FERS retirees receive 2.6 percent under the diet COLA rule.
October 21, 2026
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