Maximize Your Federal Benefits: Best Retirement Dates Selecting the best dates to retire from the federal government in 2025 and 2026 can be financially rewarding. The ideal dates under FERS for 2025 include January 3rd, June 28th, and December 31st. For 2026, January 2nd, June 27th, and December 31st are most advantageous. By timing your retirement around the end of a pay period or... https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/fers-best-dates-to-retire-2025