The federal retirement backlog continued to shrink in May, reaching its lowest point since before the surge that began in late 2024. The progress is real,...
Most federal employees understand that divorce can affect a pension. What many do not realize is that a divorce settlement can also affect the survivor benefits...
When you separate from federal service, any unused annual leave is paid out in a lump sum. For employees who have accumulated significant leave over a...
After a rough March that left most TSP funds in negative territory, April delivered a welcome turnaround in TSP performance. Every fund in the Thrift Savings...
Public Service Recognition Week runs from May 3 through May 9 this year. It’s a designated time to acknowledge the work performed by those in government,...
If you’re enrolled in an FEHB High Deductible Health Plan, you have access to a Health Savings Account. Most people treat it like a medical expense...
Created in 1954, the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) program is the largest group life insurance program in the world, covering more than 4 million...
TSP performance was mixed in February 2026, with a notable shift in market dynamics favoring international equities over U.S. large caps. Amid mixed economic signals, including...
The TSP G Fund is one of the most popular, and most misunderstood, options in the Thrift Savings Plan. For federal employees nearing retirement, it can...
For many federal employees, retirement does not line up neatly with age 59½. Leaving service earlier can raise an important question: how do you access your...