VERA and VSIP: When Agencies Incentivize Retiring Early
Understanding both early retirement authorities and separation incentives for federal employees.
Thrift Savings Plan Monthly Recap: April 2023
TSP Update for Month Ending April 2023 – all core funds see a little growth in April, except the S fund.
A Great Gameplan Does Not Need Perfect Players
We go into more detail on lessons he learned from football that are applicable to federal retirement planning.
Understanding Hazard Pay for Federal Employees
A quick look at the rules and restrictions surround hazard pay for the federal workforce.
Retiring Feds Should Think Twice About Moving to a State Without Income Tax
Retiring from federal service? If you’re thinking about moving to state with no income tax, make sure you read this first!
TSP Expense Ratios Remain High After Modernization
Expense ratios for Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) funds have increased, eroding one of the plan’s greatest characteristics.
Missteps to Avoid if You Want to Optimize Your Retirement
In-depth explanations for items 8-10 (and the bonus item) from Jen’s second series of lists.
Five Important Facts to Remember About CSRS
The Civil Service Retirement System – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind.
Certainty vs. Flexibility: The TSP Life Annuity Option
Should you choose the TSP life annuity option? What is it? What are the pros and cons?
Thrift Savings Plan Monthly Recap: March 2023
TSP Update for Month Ending March 2023- only the S fund sees negative month while I and C funds both grew over 7%!