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WorkforceThe U.S. Wealth Gap Hits a New ExtremeThe divide between America’s wealthiest households and everyone else has reached levels not seen in modern economic…
WorkforceImmigration Enforcement Incidents Raise Risk of Government ShutdownTensions on Capitol Hill have escalated sharply following a fatal shooting involving federal immigration agents in…
WorkforceInside OPM’s New Federal Workforce Data PlatformThe Federal Workforce Data (FWD) platform was officially launched by the U.S.
TSPTSP Roth Conversion Less Than a Week Away: What Federal Employees Should KnowWith the Thrift Savings Plan’s Roth in-plan conversion option less than a week away, many federal employees and…
TSPAccessing Your TSP Early: How Federal Employees Can Skip PenaltiesRetirement doesn’t always align with age 59½ for federal employees, leaving many wondering how to tap into their…
RetirementDeferred vs. Postponed AnnuityFor federal retirees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), the terms “deferred annuity” and…
RetirementFederal Retirement Benefits: Calculation and Common Estimate MistakesFederal Retirement planning can feel like navigating a maze.
TSPTSP Millionaires Near 200,000 as Long-Term Growth ContinuesThe number of TSP millionaires continues to climb, highlighting the impact of long-term contributions and market…- WorkforceCongressional Spending Bill Seeks Transparency on Federal Workforce CutsCongressional negotiators have released a fiscal year 2026 appropriations bill that focuses on increasing…
BenefitsHow Medicare and FEHB Work Together for Federal Employees and RetireesApproaching Medicare eligibility often raises more questions than answers for federal employees and retirees.- TSPFederal Employees and Retirees Can Roll A 401(k) Into Their TSP AccountAs a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participant, federal employees have the option of rolling over money from eligible…
RetirementFactors To Consider Before Filing For Social Security BenefitsOne of the biggest decisions you need to make when you’re headed for retirement is when to file for your Social…- RetirementFederal Retirement Backlog Surpasses 50kAs the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue…
- TSPAll TSP Funds End 2025 in Positive TerritoryFor the second year in a row, all TSP funds ended the year in positive territory.
- RetirementMaximizing Your Federal Retirement: The Best Dates to Retire in 2026The right timing can greatly impact your federal retirement by helping you maximize your annuity start date, annual…
- RetirementChoosing A Tax Pro To Help Plan Your Federal RetirementMany retirees expect to have lower taxes in retirement, but are shocked when they get their tax bill.
- WorkforceFederal Workforce 2025: A Year in ReviewMembers of the federal workforce will likely be happy to see 2025 in the rearview.
- Workforce2026 Changes Affecting Federal Employees and RetireesTwo important updates could affect retirement planning for federal employees: increasing payroll and earnings-limit…
- WorkforceFederal Workforce: Extended Holiday Break and 2026 Pay RaiseAs the year draws to a close, the federal workforce is set to enjoy a seasonal break and a modest pay boost heading…
- RetirementSocial Security Uncertainty and What It Means for Retirement PlanningSocial security is a main component of retirement planning, but a recent Cato Institute survey of about 2,000…
