CSRS vs FERS: some better off than others

Title: You May Be Better Off Than You Think

Article Snip: "...Under FERS, 40 years of service (I know, no one has this much service under FERS yet), would provide either 40 percent or 44 percent (if you’re 62 or older with more than 20 years of service) of your high-three. In addition, you’ll be entitled to Social Security or the FERS Supplement...."

Reference: www.govexec.com
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Special Retirement Supplement (FERS Supplement) Fact Sheet

Title: Special Retirement Supplement (FERS Supplement) Fact Sheet

Article Snip: "...The special retirement supplement (also known as the FERS supplement) is unique to FERS. It substitutes for the Social Security part of your total FERS benefit until age 62, when most people become eligible for Social Security. The purpose of the supplement is to provide a level of income before age 62 similar to what you will receive at age 62 as part of a Social Security benefit... The eligibility requirements are..."

Reference: Federal Retiree
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The FERS Special Retirement Supplement (and Special Category Employees)

Title: The FERS Special Retirement Supplement (and Special Category Employees)
Article Snip: "...Here is how the SRS is computed for a retiree whose MRA is age 56 and who retires under FERS with 30 years of civilian service and an estimated age 62 Social Security benefit of $1200 a month. ..."
Reference: www.fedsmith.com