Many federal employees hear about the “High-3” without fully grasping what’s included and how it affects their future benefits. In episode 111 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val simplifies a crucial aspect of federal employee retirement planning: understanding your High-3 average salary and what counts toward it. Val breaks down the components of your High-3 average salary, clear up common misconceptions, and give you tips on maximizing this part of your retirement calculation.
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