Determining your “Magic Number”
A new study shows that Americans have lowered their “magic number,” the amount of money they believe they need to retire comfortably,…
Managing Your TSP Amid Market Volatility
Managing your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) allocations during a volatile market requires balancing opportunity and risk. Two primary…
It’s Tax Day
Taxes have funded governments for centuries, evolving from tributes in ancient empires to structured systems today. In the U.S., the modern…
Tax Day Tips
April 15, 2025, tax day, is right around the corner. If you’re unable to file on time or struggling to pay what you owe despite…
Supreme Court Blocks Order to Reinstate Federal Workers
Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an unsigned order halting a lower court ruling that had required the Trump administration to…
TSP March Performance
Economic uncertainty led to a challenging month for TSP funds, particularly the stock-based funds. Here’s how the core funds…
Proposed Legislation Would Impact Federal Employees and Unions
Reorganizing Government Act of 2025 (H.R. 1295) This bill renews and extends presidential authority to propose executive branch…
New Round of Deferred Resignation Offers
The second round of deferred resignation offers is part of an ongoing effort by the Trump administration to reduce the federal workforce,…
Consumer Confidence Hits Four-Year Low
Consumer confidence is an economic indicator that reflects how optimistic or pessimistic people feel about the economy and their personal…
Steps To Take With Layoffs Looming
With many federal employees still reeling from mass layoffs, legal challenges, and job insecurity, it’s important to be prepared.…
