FERS Supplement vs 10% Pension Bonus
The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement seems so far to have survived proposed federal benefit cuts, and this may lead to a big decision for…
Senate Parliamentarian Strikes Down Provisions Affecting Federal Workers
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough struck down several provisions in the Big Beautiful Bill targeting federal workers as violating…
Understanding Required Minimum Distributions
When you put money into your TSP or other tax-advantaged retirement accounts, the contributions you make have not been subject to income…
Senate Amendments Impact FERS and Annuity Supplement
The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R. 1) has undergone several amendments, particularly in the Senate, affecting the Federal…
Court Proceedings Impacting Federal Employees
In a 2-1 decision on May 30, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a preliminary injunction issued by the Northern District of…
Reviewing FERS Options for Separating Employees
If you leave your government job before reaching retirement eligibility, you have two main options regarding your FERS contributions:…
Reviewing TSP Options Following Separation
Federal employees are facing unprecedented job insecurity as each day brings fresh news of attempts to reduce the federal workforce. It’s…
Prepping for Retirement and Beyond
Ideally, preparing for retirement should begin the day you’re hired. By contributing enough to get the full 5% from your agency, you are…
Proposed Rule Expands Application of Suitability Standards
According to a proposed rule published on June 3, 2025, OPM aims to expand the application of suitability standards to include current…
TSP Rebounds in May
In May 2025, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) experienced a significant upswing, particularly in its C Fund, which mirrors the S&P 500…
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