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Open Season began Monday, November 10, and runs through December 8th. Federal employees and retirees are encouraged to use this time to shop plans and compare...
For federal employees, the TSP is a powerful retirement benefit. With low fees, government backing, and a variety of investment options, it offers a strong foundation...
Federal employees have unique retirement needs, so it’s important to follow savings guidelines designed for your situation. While private-sector benchmarks often suggest having six times your...
As the federal government shutdown stretches into its third week with no resolution in sight, hundreds of thousands of government employees are bracing for missed paychecks...
The average processing time for federal retirement applications has risen to 76 days, a 6-day increase from August’s 70-day average. This comes as OPM faces a...
In September 2025, TSP stock funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S Fund rose 2.04% , and the...
When Congress fails to pass appropriations or a continuing resolution, many agencies funded by annual appropriations must halt operations. This triggers what’s known as a “shutdown...
The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family. If you carry FEHB into retirement, your spouse and eligible...
Since 2012, federal employees have had the option to contribute after-tax dollars to the Roth Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). While agency matching contributions still go into...
The Thrift Savings Plan posted gains across all funds in August 2025. The S Fund, which tracks small- and mid-cap U.S. companies, led the way with...
Starting today, TSP participants can take advantage of the TSP Roth Conversion feature, allowing them to convert their traditional TSP...
One of the most important retirement decisions you’ll make is when to claim Social Security. You can start as early...
For the second year in a row, all TSP funds ended the year in positive territory. Federal employees heavily invested...
Members of the federal workforce will likely be happy to see 2025 in the rearview. The turbulent year brought unprecedented...
As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM...
Over the course of your federal career, you’re likely to build a healthy balance in your Thrift Savings Plan. With...
The federal government employs a unique system for calculating work hours and unused sick leave. It can seem complex, but...
A late-November stock-market rally helped deliver a boost to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) performance in 2025, underscoring how strategic fund...
The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement is a powerful benefit that bridges the gap until you’re eligible to file for Social...
Understanding how annual leave is earned and what can be carried over each year is key to making the most...