Building An Emergency Fund
The recent government shutdown has put many federal employees under incredible financial strain. Regardless of how well you plan, life can...
Federal Employees Begin Return to Normal
As the federal government reopens after the prolonged shutdown, agencies are now working through the major steps required to restore...
Accrued Annual Leave for Federal Employees
It’s important to understand how annual leave is accrued and how much you can carry over each year. Federal employees have the right to...
House Passes Deal to End Government Shutdown
After a record-setting 43 days, the House has passed legislation officially ending the government shutdown. Passing by a 222-209 vote, the...
Federal Retirement Applications Spike in October
The average processing time for federal retirement applications has risen to 79 days, a 3-day increase from September’s 76-day average....
Senate Advances Deal to End Government Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown stretches on, the Senate is moving forward with a bipartisan deal that could reopen agencies, guarantee...
Open Season Brings Higher FEHB Premiums
Open Season begins today and runs through December 8th. Federal employees and retirees are encouraged to use this time to shop plans and...
TSP Loans Helping Federal Workers Bridge the Shutdown
With the government shutdown stretching on since October 1, 2025, more federal employees are turning to their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)...
Government Shutdown Deepens as Uncertainty Grows
The government shutdown continues with no clear path to reopening, and the impacts on the federal workforce are becoming more severe by the...
2026 Changes: What Federal Employees and Retirees Need to Know
Two important updates could affect retirement planning for federal employees: increasing payroll and earnings-limit thresholds, and...
