Pay Parity May Be a Good Argument for the 2026 Federal Pay Raise
Pay parity is likely to be an argument for a higher federal pay raise in 2026 as the annual pay raise process unfolds.
Federal Employee Pay News
Federal employee pay news: If it impacts pay and benefits for federal employees, you’ll find it here. Stay informed about important topics such as annual federal pay raises, the GS pay scale, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) including the latest TSP performance updates. You will also find articles about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), and Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), or event legislation in Congress that could impact federal employees’ pay and benefits.
Strong Stock Market Drives May 2025 TSP Performance Surge
TSP performance in May for all funds was positive except for one due to bond fund returns. The C Fund had its highest monthly return in almost 2 years.
4 Reasons to Avoid Traditional TSP
These are some reasons why federal employees may want to consider avoiding the traditional TSP.
The Benefit Federal Employees Can’t Afford to Lose
The FEHB is a valuable benefit for federal employees, but they must meet certain eligibility requirements to have it in retirement.
Wild Ride in the Stock Market: Dramatic Swing in TSP Returns During April
TSP returns plunged early in April and then turned back up. Here are the TSP returns for April, 12-months and year-to-date. How will federal employees react?
Benefits Cuts on the Table in House Budget Legislation
Cuts to federal employees’ benefits are on the table in an upcoming legislative markup session.
TSP Interfund Transfers Double as Stock Market Continues to Drop
TSP investors increased interfund transfers to the G Fund last month as the stock market drop continues.
Possible Changes for Federal Employees in the 2025 Federal Budget
The 2025 budget process is underway. There are a number of proposals that would impact federal employees from calculating retirement to FEHB premium changes.
Your Tax Refund as a Financial Tactic
A tax refund can provide a cushion against having to send more money to the IRS.
TSP Millionaires Decline in Early 2025: A Look at the Numbers
Stock market volatility in 2025 has had a negative impact on the number of millionaires in the TSP.
