Federal Agency News from around the Federal Government; keeping Federal Employees Updated on Trending Topics from Numerous Agencies
At most federal agencies, January 11,2026 is the beginning of the 2026 leave year. Many employees and retirees would agree that the 2025 leave year was in fact a tumultuous…
If you’re a working Fed, currently, your paycheck is likely going toward “now” expenses — think food, clothing, shelter and extras. A portion of that paycheck is also directed toward…
The rules keep changing. There is always some new announcement or proposal, and before long, your benefits look different than they did a year ago. A solid plan can handle…
Dan and Katelyn explore how sick leave and annual leave factor into federal retirement planning, including how sick leave boosts pension calculations, how unused annual leave is paid out, and…
In this episode, Dan and Ed provide an overview of the Federal Flexible Spending Account (FSAFEDS) Health Care FSA (HCFSA) program for federal employees in 2026. They review enrollment rules,…
During 2024, the IRS issued final guidance for individuals who inherited IRAs after December 31,2019, explaining the rules for inherited IRA required minimum distributions (RMDs). The first inherited traditional IRA…
While Thrift Savings Plans (TSPs) are typically meant to be long-term investments, the constant stream of breaking news, market commentary, and conflicting opinions has left many Feds feeling the need…
Your financial support is assured when you retire from Fed employment, thanks to the Federal Employee Retirement System. FERS provides the funds through its three “pillars”: the Basic Benefit, Social…
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) announced that starting January 28, 2026, TSP participants will be able to convert portions of their traditional (before-taxed) TSP balance to the Roth (after-taxed) TSP…
Dan and Katelyn break down what federal employees need to know heading into 2026, starting with the newly announced TSP and IRA contribution limits and how higher caps, expanded catch-ups,…