Federal retirees receive some of the most robust pensions in the country. While this is great news, it often keeps Federal retirees from dropping into a lower tax bracket in retirement. Much of the general advice offered in the media is geared towards retirees who are not in this unique situation. This means that Federal employees and retirees have to seek advice from professionals familiar with their situation for their tax planning needs.
To learn more about taxes in retirement, see the below article.