TSP Max Contribution
New TSP contribution limits for 2024, over $2 Billion moved to G in October, plus a new loan tracking tool
FEHB Highlights: Calculating the Daily Rate
We continue exploring the FEHB handbook as the upcoming open season looms.
3 Recently Introduced Bills that Would Impact Federal Employees
Three pieces of legislation have been introduced in the House. The topics include FERS participants, on-duty beath benefits, and temporary service.
Social Security for Feds: The Special Retirement Supplement
Understanding Social Security for Feds: learn about the Special Retirement Supplement for some feds who retire before age 62.
Best Dates for Federal Employees to Retire in 2024
Thinking about retiring from federal service next year? Here are the dates that are optimal for federal employees in 2024.
Federal Employee of the Year Awarded to DoD Employee
Smaller news stories from around the federal landscape: Space Force breaks record, the 2023 Sammies, and a look at the “America the Beautiful Challenge”
FEHB Highlights: Understanding Premiums and Premium Conversion
Continuing our FEHB series, looking at premiums and the effect on taxes, social security, and other benefits.
2024 COLA Announced for FERS: 2.2%, 3.2% for CSRS and Social Security
The 3.2% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) will apply to CSRS and Social Security. FERS annuitants will see a 2.2% adjustment.
TSP Board Looking to Bolster Annuity Options
Recent board meeting indicates possible changes on the horizon for the Thrift Savings Plan’s (TSP) least popular withdrawal option.
Congress Unable to Pass Budget Bills Without Speaker
News round-up from Congress and OPM: reminder about telework, House representative proposes rule that would jail feds for disclosing security clearances, and will the lack of a speaker result in…