December 31, 2026 – Classic Year-End Retirement As with previous years, December 31, 2026, is a gold-standard retirement date. It allows FERS retirees to carry over and cash out the maximum amount of annual leave, creating a sizable lump-sum payout. Your pension begins on January 1, 2027, with no waiting gap. For those planning well in advance, this is one of the fers best dates to r... https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/fers-best-dates-to-retire-2025