Q. I am a FERS employee who will be retiring in the near future. Is my best option a full, partial or no annuity for my wife?
A. You are required by law to provide a full survivor annuity to your spouse, unless he or she agrees in writing to a lesser amount or none at all. As to which might suit your joint needs best, you’ll have to consult a financial advisor, one who doesn’t have a vested interest in your decision.
