December 31, 2025 December 31 is one of the FERS best dates to retire 2025, especially for maximizing your unused annual leave payout. This date is ideal because it falls at the end of both the calendar year and a pay period, meaning your lump-sum leave payment can be pushed into the next tax year—possibly reducing your taxable income for 2025. Many federal employees aim for this dat... https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/fers-best-dates-to-retire-2025