Navigating FERS: A Must-Watch Retirement Briefing for Army-Serviced Federal Employees

Are you an Army-serviced federal civilian planning for retirement? This comprehensive briefing from the Army Benefits Center-Civilian (ABC-C) is your official guide to navigating the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Whether you are early in your career or just a few years away from separation, this video breaks down everything you need to know to make informed decisions for a secure and well-planned retirement. We cover the entire process, from understanding your benefits to submitting your final packet. ✅ Subscribe to our channel for more updates on your federal benefits! VIDEO CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction & Agenda 02:30 - ABC-C Systems and GRB 04:05 - ABC-C Website 05:34 - EBATS 06:27 - Quick Links 07:05 - Phone Center 12:25 - Social Media 13:45 - Retirement Planning: 14:15 - The Four Career Phases 16:25 - Online Planning Resources 18:37 - Understanding Your FERS Category (FERS, RAE, FRAE) 27:55 - Civilian Service Deposits & Redeposits 35:09 - Military Service Deposits (Military Buyback) 1:02:05 - Types of Retirement (Optional, VERA, DSR, Deferred, Disability) 1:14:53 - FERS Annuity Supplement 1:19:51 - How Your Annuity is Calculated (High-3, Sick Leave) 1:26:53 - Survivor Annuity Elections & Costs 1:41:25 - Cost of Living Adjustment 1:42:45 - NAF Considerations 1:44:36 - Federal Health Benefits (FEHB) in Retirement 1:51:05 - Federal Life Insurance (FEGLI) Options in Retirement 2:02:56 - Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Withdrawals & Spillover 2:08:15 - Other Benefits (FSA, LTC, FEDVIP, ) 2:10:06 - Retirement Estimate 2:11:55 - The Retirement Application Process & Timeline 2:17:06 - Post-Retirement Agency Contacts 2:19:15 - Final remarks and contact information --- IMPORTANT RESOURCES & LINKS: Army Benefits Center-Civilian (ABC-C): https://abc.chra.army.mil Government Retirement and Benefits (GRB) Platform: https://platform.chra.army.mil Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): https://www.tsp.gov OPM Retirement Information and Services: https://www.opm.gov Federal Ballpark E$timate: https://www.opm.gov/retire/tools/calc... BENEFEDS (Dental & Vision): https://www.benefeds.com --- CONTACT THE ARMY BENEFITS CENTER - CIVILIAN (ABC-C): Phone: Our call center is open Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 4 PM Central Time. Please visit the "Contact Us" tab on our website for agency-specific phone numbers. Mailing Address: Army Benefits Center – Civilian, 305 Marshall Avenue, Fort Riley, KS 66442-7005 Disclaimer: This information is current as of the recording date. Please consult the official ABC-C or OPM websites for the most up-to-date policies and forms. #FERS #ArmyCivilian #FederalRetirement #RetirementPlanning #TSP #FEHB #FederalEmployee #USArmy #CivilianEmployee