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With the September 30 Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) date approaching, now is the time to review what happens to your benefits when you separate from federal...
An increasing number of federal workers are entering retirement with seven-figure Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) balances — a milestone that was once exceptionally rare. Newly released...
Health and Human Services On July 14, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) finalized part of its planned layoffs, following a Supreme...
Like any good trip, your journey to retirement requires a lot of careful planning and thorough research to ensure you successfully reach your destination. As you...
TSP funds posted strong gains in June 2025, reflecting a robust market recovery. Here’s a breakdown of how the core and lifecycle funds performed. One Big...
Federal employees are facing unprecedented job insecurity as each day brings fresh news of attempts to reduce the federal workforce. It’s never been more important to...
The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R. 1) has undergone several amendments, particularly in the Senate, affecting the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) contribution rates and...
In May, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) experienced a significant upswing, particularly in its C Fund, which mirrors the S&P 500 index. Buoyed by favorable inflation...
Deciding how to withdraw funds from your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a critical step in retirement planning that can shape your financial future. For those...
The federal workforce continues to experience mass upheaval as the current administration carries out its plan to reduce costs and increase efficiency. As lawsuits challenging mass...
The average processing time for federal retirement applications has risen to 76 days, a 6-day increase from August’s 70-day average....
In September 2025, TSP stock funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S...
When Congress fails to pass appropriations or a continuing resolution, many agencies funded by annual appropriations must halt operations. This...
The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family. If you carry FEHB...
Since 2012, federal employees have had the option to contribute after-tax dollars to the Roth Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). While...
The Thrift Savings Plan posted gains across all funds in August 2025. The S Fund, which tracks small- and mid-cap...
The Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) is a special option the federal government can offer during periods of restructuring, downsizing,...
When market conditions turn shaky, many federal employees shift a large share of their balance into the TSP G Fund....
OPM continues to deal with a backlog of federal retirement applications, as July saw 8,295 employees file for retirement. While...
In July 2025, the TSP reported mixed performance across its funds, with 14 of 16 funds posting gains, though most...