What Happens If Your Agency Gets Defunded? Understanding Your Options
When news about possible agency defunding starts making the rounds, it’s natural to have questions about your job and your plans for the future. We talk with Feds every day…
Understanding How Prescription Drug Discount Programs Work
There is no doubt prescription drug costs are increasing and remain a financial challenge for many Americans, including federal employees and retirees. To help make prescription drug costs more affordable,…
Digging Beneath the Headlines: The Truth About Social Security and Federal Pensions
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump's Executive Order implemented the Department of Government Efficiency to support “cost-efficiency initiatives” across multiple government agencies.
The Fed15 Podcast: Stay or Leave? Evaluating Your Federal Career and Navigating RIF
Dan and Katelyn discuss the return-to-work mandate, focusing on key considerations for deciding whether to stay in or leave federal employment. They then transition into a Q&A-style discussion on RIF…
A Guide to Private Sector Jobs for Federal Employees
The news has been unpleasant for Feds in recent months. Reduction in Force (RIF) plans have meant federal government employee layoffs, furloughs, and resignations. According to the New York Times,…
Managing the Stress of Returning to In-Office Work: A Guide for Federal Employees
Day one of the new administration brought with it a new set of challenges for federal workers. Pursuant to the “Return to In-Person Work” executive order signed on January 20,…
FedLife Podcast: Medicare Enrollment Deadlines and What Feds Need to Know
In this episode, Dan and Ed break down the 2025 General Enrollment Period (GEP) for Medicare and what it means for federal employees and retirees. They explain the differences between…
The Fed15 Podcast: Navigating Return-to-Office Costs and CFPB Uncertainty
In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss the financial impact of the return-to-office mandate on federal employees and the uncertain future of the CFPB, emphasizing the importance of strong financial…
Departing Employees Need to Consider What Happens to Their HCFSAs and HSAs
Since early February 2025, thousands of federal employees have received notices from their agencies about losing their federal jobs. Many of these employees are not eligible for any type of…
The Future of Social Security: Potential Reforms and Their Impact on Feds
In 2025, lawmakers passed major changes to Social Security that are reshaping retirement for federal employees. The Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) increases benefits for millions of public sector workers…