Gauging Your Retirement Readiness
With President Trump’s plan to cut 107,000 federal jobs from non-defense agencies in 2026, federal employees face uncertainty about job…
OPM Issues Guidance Ahead of U.S. Army Festivities
In anticipation of disruptions stemming from preparations for the 250th birthday celebrations for the U.S. Army, OPM has issued guidance to…
Retirement Applications Soar in May
Likely driven by ongoing efforts to shrink the federal workforce, the number of retirement applications submitted to OPM increased sharply…
OPM Issues Merit Hiring Plan Memorandum
The Merit Hiring Plan, issued by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) on May 29, 2025, under Executive Order 14170, aims to overhaul…
Social Security Filing Strategies for Couples
When married couples plan to claim Social Security benefits, several strategies can maximize their benefits based on their financial…
In Case You Missed It
Federal Court Blocks Trump’s Tariffs On Wednesday, May 29th, a three-judge panel at the US Court of International Trade blocked President…
Proposed Bills Could Impact Federal Employees
The REHIRE Act aims to facilitate the rehiring of federal employees who were involuntarily terminated from competitive service positions.…
Converting a 529 Plan to a Roth IRA
Families with 529 college savings plans have the ability to roll over unused funds into a Roth IRA, tax-free. This flexibility can help…
Happy Memorial Day
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, began after the Civil War to honor Union soldiers who died in the conflict. The first…
Optimizing Your TSP Withdrawal Strategy
Deciding on a TSP withdrawal strategy is a critical step in retirement planning that can shape your financial future. For those with both…
