August 21, 2025
A History of Federal Retirement Benefits
Federal retirement benefits were virtually nonexistent before the 20th century. Federal employees relied on personal savings or limited…
August 19, 2025
The TSP G Fund: Understanding The Pros & Cons
As you know, only federal workers and retirees can invest in the G Fund by participating in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). And, when the…
August 15, 2025
VERA vs. Normal FERS Retirement: Pros and Cons
The Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) is a special option the federal government can offer during periods of restructuring,…
August 14, 2025
Is It Time To Review Your Retirement Plan?
Far too many federal employees take a set-it-and-forget-it approach with their retirement plan. But you need to be prepared for the…
August 12, 2025
Why DIY Retirement Planning May Not Work For Feds
Since your FERS annuity (pension), Social Security, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) provide three streams of retirement income, you may be…
August 7, 2025
Retirement Applications Slow in July
OPM continues to deal with a backlog of federal retirement applications, as July saw 8,295 employees file for retirement. While this number…
August 5, 2025
TSP July Returns
In July 2025, the TSP reported varied performance across its funds, with 14 of 16 funds posting gains, though most grew by less than 1%…
August 1, 2025
How the Merit Hiring Plan Changes Federal Employment
The 2025 Merit Hiring Plan, enacted through an executive order in January 2025, significantly transforms federal hiring practices,…
July 31, 2025
TSP to IRA Rollovers: The Pros and Cons
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a cornerstone of retirement planning for federal employees, offering low-cost, diversified investment…
July 30, 2025
Reminder: Know Your Federal Benefits as the DRP Separation Date Nears
With the September 30 Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) date approaching, now is the time to review what happens to your benefits when you…
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