The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is a yearly increase to federal retirement benefits, designed to keep up with inflation. For retirees, it’s a key factor in how well your income holds…
When there’s an age gap between spouses, retirement planning often gets more complex. Different timelines can lead to gaps in health insurance, uneven income years, and tax issues that catch…
Career growth in government service isn’t just about getting promoted. It’s about creating more security, meaning, and options now and in retirement. Whether you’re just starting out or thinking ahead…
The 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) is in, and there’s some good news. Across the board, federal employees are reporting higher satisfaction, stronger engagement, and more trust in leadership…
You served in uniform to protect and defend the United States. Now you have a federal government career. And when it comes to veteran and Fed benefits, you might be…
Long-term care isn’t something most people want to think about, but it’s something many of us will need. A lot of Feds assume Medicare or FEHB will cover expenses such…
Planning for retirement always requires a thoughtful strategy, but for single federal employees, the stakes can feel even higher. A solid, self-sufficient plan for long-term care costs is critical without…
The Commonwealth of Virginia’s 11th congressional district—and nationwide federal workers—were stunned and saddened to learn about the recent death of U.S. Representative Gerry Connolly from esophageal cancer. Since 2008, Mr.…
Federal employees are no strangers to policy shifts, but new legislation has sparked serious concern across the workforce. On May 22, 2025, the House passed the One Big Beautiful Bill…
According to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), whistleblowers help keep the federal government “honest, efficient, and accountable.”