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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...
The Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) is a special option the federal government can offer during periods of restructuring, downsizing, or reorganization. When approved by the...
When market conditions turn shaky, many federal employees shift a large share of their balance into the TSP G Fund. It’s viewed as the safest choice...
OPM continues to deal with a backlog of federal retirement applications, as July saw 8,295 employees file for retirement. While this number is down from the...
In July 2025, the TSP reported mixed performance across its funds, with 14 of 16 funds posting gains, though most grew by less than 1%. The...
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...
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This Friday, federal offices across the country will close as Americans celebrate Independence Day. This year’s holiday is unlike any...
Many federal employees retire with every intention of continuing to work. Some want extra income, others simply aren’t ready to...
The federal retirement backlog continued to shrink in May, reaching its lowest point since before the surge that began in...
After a volatile start to 2026, May TSP performance delivered for investors. Every fund in the Thrift Savings Plan finished...
Most federal employees understand that divorce can affect a pension. What many do not realize is that a divorce settlement...
For many federal employees, the FERS pension becomes the foundation of retirement income. Unlike savings accounts or market-based investments, it...
When you separate from federal service, any unused annual leave is paid out in a lump sum. For employees who...
After a rough March that left most TSP funds in negative territory, April delivered a welcome turnaround in TSP performance....
Public Service Recognition Week runs from May 3 through May 9 this year. It’s a designated time to acknowledge the...
At some point, most federal employees end up asking these two important questions: when can I retire, and how much...