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...
Even Experts Get Social Security Wrong; What Federal Employees Can Learn
Social Security rules are complex, and even financially savvy individuals discover that small misunderstandings may reduce lifetime income,...
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...
TSP Performance Update: January 2026
All Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) funds posted positive returns in January 2026, giving federal employees a strong start to the year....
Spousal Death Benefits Explained
No one enjoys thinking about their own mortality, but you need to be prepared in case the unimaginable happens. Your spouse’s shock...
Accessing Your TSP Early: How Federal Employees Can Skip Penalties
Retirement doesn’t always align with age 59½ for federal employees, leaving many wondering how to tap into their Thrift Savings Plan...
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...
Federal Employees and Retirees Can Roll A 401(k) Into Their TSP Account
As a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participant, federal employees have the option of rolling over money from eligible retirement plans like a...
