TSP

Federal Employees and Retirees Can Roll A 401(k) Into Their TSP Account

As a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participant, federal employees have the option of rolling over money from eligible retirement plans like a...

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Retirement

Factors To Consider Before Filing For Social Security Benefits

One of the biggest decisions you need to make when you’re headed for retirement is when to file for your Social Security benefits. Should...

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Retirement

Federal Retirement Backlog Surpasses 50k

As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM got a...

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News

Congressional Spending Bill Seeks Transparency on Federal Workforce Cuts

Congressional negotiators have released a fiscal year 2026 appropriations bill that focuses on increasing transparency around recent federal workforce reductions without stopping further cuts. The legislation requires the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to publicly report detailed payroll and staffing data within 60 days, including...

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Benefits

How Medicare and FEHB Work Together for Federal Employees and Retirees

Approaching Medicare eligibility often raises more questions than answers for federal employees and retirees. Many people assume Medicare replaces their Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) coverage, but in reality, the two programs can work together to provide broader coverage and potentially lower out-of-pocket costs. Understanding...

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All TSP Funds End 2025 in Positive Territory

For the second year in a row, all TSP funds ended the year in positive territory. Federal employees...

Maximizing Your Federal Retirement: The Best Dates to Retire in 2026

The right timing can greatly impact your federal retirement by helping you maximize your annuity...

Pros and Cons of the TSP Lifecycle Funds

The TSP Lifecycle Funds, also known as L Funds, are target-date retirement funds designed to...

Choosing A Tax Pro To Help Plan Your Federal Retirement

Many retirees expect to have lower taxes in retirement, but are shocked when they get their tax...

Federal Workforce 2025: A Year in Review

Members of the federal workforce will likely be happy to see 2025 in the rearview. The turbulent...

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What the Fed Rate Cut Means for Federal Employees

When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, headlines often focus on markets and inflation. But...

PAWA Advances: What the Federal Workforce Needs to Know

Protect America’s Workforce Act (H.R. 2550) is bipartisan legislation introduced by Reps. Jared...

TSP Beneficiary Basics

Over the course of your federal career, you’re likely to build a healthy balance in your Thrift...

News

2026 Changes Affecting Federal Employees and Retirees

Two important updates could affect retirement planning for federal employees: increasing payroll and earnings-limit thresholds, and...

News

Federal Workforce: Extended Holiday Break and 2026 Pay Raise

As the year draws to a close, the federal workforce is set to enjoy a seasonal break and a modest pay boost heading into 2026, both...

Retirement

Social Security Uncertainty and What It Means for Retirement Planning

Social security is a main component of retirement planning, but a recent Cato Institute survey of about 2,000 Americans finds that while...

Retirement

How Confident Are Federal Employees About Retirement?

Federal employees have access to one of the most comprehensive retirement systems available, but strong benefits alone don’t guarantee...

News

TSP Year-End Transaction Dates: What Federal Employees and Retirees Need to Know

As the end of the year approaches, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) has released its year-end transaction schedule, providing guidance on how...

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Benefits

Give Your Federal Benefits an Annual Review

You’ve set your financial goals, put an investment plan in place, and now you’re on the journey toward retirement. But as you progress...

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