A recent FEDZONE column discussed “vesting” retirement requirements for FERS employees. With thousands of federal employees losing their federal jobs in recent months, the question among many of these departing…

At Serving Those Who Serve, we understand that facing a Reduction in Force (RIF) can be stressful, especially for federal employees who are concerned about their benefits, retirement, and long-term…

In January 2025, federal agencies were directed to end remote work, requiring their employees to return to the office full-time.

Across agencies, the mix of budget cuts, staffing limits, and political tension has created a level of uncertainty that’s hard to ignore. For many Feds, the idea of getting laid…

Thousands of federal employees have lost their federal jobs in the last few months due to reduction-in-force (RIFs), firing or elimination of job positions. Most of these employees are not…

Amid copious early retirement offers and the looming threat of a government-wide Reduction in Force (RIF), many federal employees are feeling uncertain about their future retirement options. Whether you're nearing…

In January 2025, President Trump issued an executive order requiring all federal employees to return to full-time, in-person work. Agencies must end remote work arrangements, though agency heads have some…

In this episode, Dan and Katelyn engage in a Q&A with Alan Lescht, founder and managing shareholder of Alan Lescht & Associates, P.C. As a DC employment attorney, Alan brings…

In this episode, Ed and Dan dive into the IRS’s push for individuals to set up an online account and obtain an IP PIN. They explore the many benefits, from…

Those federal employees and retirees who owe additional federal income taxes when they file their 2024 federal income tax returns may have to make federal estimated tax payments during 2025.