Federal Retirement Application Backlog and Processing Times Rise
As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM got...
Inside Federal Retirement Processing: What the Data Shows
Federal retirement processing is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history. After decades of paper-based...
Deferred vs. Postponed Annuity
For federal retirees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), the terms “deferred annuity” and “postponed...
Federal Retirement Benefits: Calculation and Common Estimate Mistakes
Federal Retirement planning can feel like navigating a maze. Your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), annuity, Social Security, and other benefits...
TSP Millionaires Near 200,000 as Long-Term Growth Continues
The number of TSP millionaires continues to climb, highlighting the impact of long-term contributions and market performance on federal...
Factors To Consider Before Filing For Social Security Benefits
One of the biggest decisions you need to make when you’re headed for retirement is when to file for your Social Security benefits. Should...
Federal Retirement Backlog Surpasses 50k
As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM got a...
All TSP Funds End 2025 in Positive Territory
For the second year in a row, all TSP funds ended the year in positive territory. Federal employees heavily invested in the I Fund...
Maximizing Your Federal Retirement: The Best Dates to Retire in 2026
The right timing can greatly impact your federal retirement by helping you maximize your annuity start date, annual leave lump-sum payout,...
2026 Changes Affecting Federal Employees and Retirees
Two important updates could affect retirement planning for federal employees: increasing payroll and earnings-limit thresholds, and...
