# Federal Service Retirement; Getting a Head Start

**URL:** <https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-service-retirement-getting-a-head-start/4301>\
**Category:** Pay, Perks, and Retirement\
**Created:** [September 26, 2026, 4:10pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-service-retirement-getting-a-head-start/4301 "2026-09-26T16:10:56Z")\
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**Post date:** [September 26, 2026, 4:10pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-service-retirement-getting-a-head-start/4301/1 "2026-09-26T16:10:56Z")

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Many federal employees choose to retire at the end of the year, and that time is fast approaching. If you are [considering retiring](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duCXXi4K_68) in the next 6 months to a year, [take action now](https://federalretirement.net/) to prepare for a rollercoaster ride to the finish line. The earlier you start, the better off you will be.