Bill Advances to Extend Probationary Periods for Federal Employees
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee recently advanced legislation that would extend federal probationary periods for most...
TSP Stock Funds Helped by Market Rally
A late-November stock-market rally helped deliver a boost to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) performance in 2025, underscoring how strategic fund...
Swipe, Spend, Stampede, It’s Black Friday
Black Friday is known as the unofficial kickoff to holiday shopping, a day when consumers line up at dawn for steep discounts and retailers...
Strategic Hiring to Reshape the Federal Workforce
In his OPM blog post “Everyone Has a Plan – Until You Step Into the Ring,” Scott Kupor emphasizes that federal workforce planning...
FERS Supplement vs. the 10% Pension Bonus: Which Is Worth More?
Federal employees approaching retirement often face a choice between two valuable but mutually exclusive benefits: the FERS Retiree Annuity...
Federal Employees, Use It or Lose It Date Approaching
As the leave year draws to a close, federal employees should pay close attention to one of the most important deadlines on the calendar:...
Bipartisan Push to Restore Union Rights for Federal Workers
Federal employees may soon see a major change in their workplace rights as a bipartisan coalition in the U.S. House reached a key milestone...
November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month
If you or one of your loved ones is turning 65, there’s a 70% chance you will require long-term care in the future. With rising needs and...
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...
