Tag: Civil Service Retirement System

Comparing CSRS With FERS and Why the Old System Still Sparks Heated Policy Debates Today

Key Takeaways
CSRS and FERS reflect two very different approaches to retirement security, and understanding these differences is critical if you are planning or advising on retirement strategies….

How the Gradual Decline of CSRS Continues to Shape Retirement Outcomes for the Few Still Eligible

Key Takeaways
CSRS continues to shape retirement outcomes for a small group of public sector retirees, even though it was closed to new hires in 1984.The system’s decline highlights contras…

Forgotten Features of CSRS That Government Workers Secretly Miss When Facing Modern Retirement Planning Choices

Key Takeaways
CSRS offered retirement benefits that remain unmatched in certain areas, especially wit…

Still Under CSRS? Here’s Why That Matters More Than Ever in Today’s Retirement Landscape

Key Takeaways
If you’re still under the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), your retirement income…

CSRS Retirement Plans Are Still Around—Here’s Why They’re Such A Big Deal For Longtime Federal Workers

Key Takeaways
CSRS remains one of the most generous retirement systems for federal employees, offering benefits unmatched by its successor, FERS.Understanding the nuances…

CSRS Pensions Explained: How Retirees Are Thriving in a FERS-Dominated World

Key Takeaways
CSRS pensions offer robust financial security, with benefits that surpass many modern retirement systems.Understanding your