Federal Long-Term Care Insurance: Is it Worth the Cost?
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…
Federal Retirement Planning for Single Employees: Unique Considerations
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…
A Note of Thanks in Remembrance of Representative Gerry Connolly
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.…
Will New Legislation Cut Your Federal Retirement Benefits? Here’s What to Know
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…
What to Know About Federal Employee Whistleblower Protections
According to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), whistleblowers help keep the federal government “honest, efficient, and accountable.”
Understanding Current LGBTQ+ Federal Employee Rights
Today’s federal workplace is complicated by workforce cuts, return-to-office mandates, budget reductions, and DEI declines.
Surviving a Hostile Work Environment: Federal Employee Rights and Protections
For many Feds, a hostile work environment isn’t just a legal phrase — it’s a daily reality. It shows up as discrimination, harassment, or retaliation severe enough to interfere with…
Security Clearances at Risk? How Political Turmoil Affects Your Clearance Status
When President Trump issued two executive orders in January 2025 addressing federal security clearances, many in the federal community took notice. The first granted interim clearances to certain Executive Office…
The Privatization Playbook: Is Federal Employment About to Be Dismantled?
The mass layoffs and agency restructuring announced in 2025 have many Feds asking the same question: Is my job next? For those who’ve seen this playbook before, the signs are…
Emergency Financial Planning for Feds: Preparing for the Unexpected
The recent wave of federal workforce reductions and agency overhauls has left many Feds facing uncertainty about their job security and financial future. With the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)…