Author: Benefits Ben

Recently passed bill tasks OPM with setting up “rotational” cyber workforce.

Current estimates have the 2023 COLA between 7.3% and 10.8% - indicating it could be the largest COLA for Social Security, FERS, and CSRS since the early 1980s.

The director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) gives update on agency’s goals and progress after first year on the job.

The TSP’s recent transition to a new recordkeeper and the availability of the TSP window did not happen without many snags – but a more secure, modern system is now…

If you need medical care overseas and have an FEHB plan – here’s an overview of what to consider.

The shutdown that occurred in 2018-2019 delayed TSP contributions, and therefore weren’t invested, but court decides federal employees can’t sue over potential investment gains.

America's Favorite Federal Agencies ranked by a 2019 gallop poll

When you can apply for Medicare benefits – seven-month initial enrollment period and open enrollment periods.

The politicization of the TSP continues. Six senators urge TSP board to delay the new mutual fund window in the TSP, and suggest opening a new window that doesn’t include…

The IRS is looking to hire 10,000 new employees over the next two years, while OMB focuses on recruiting the next generation of feds.