House Passes Funding Measure to End Government Shutdown
Categories Current Events The partial government shutdown that began last weekend officially ended on Tuesday.
Categories Current Events New Bill Would Guarantee Pay for Federal Employees and Contractors in Government Shutdowns
Another bill has been introduced to pay federal employees and prevent layoffs during any government shutdowns in FY 2026.
Why “Safe” Withdrawal Rates Depend on the Type of Account You’re Spending From
Safe retirement withdrawal rates depend on the account type, as tax drag reduces sustainability for taxable and traditional IRA accounts.
“Official Time” in Agencies: What Does It Cost, and Why Is It a Political Football?
Hundreds of millions fund government union activity, and politics underlies official time and its use. 2026 is no exception.
How Medicare Premiums Quietly Erode Income for FERS Retirees
Federal retirees must plan early for the growing impact of Medicare on their Social Security and FERS annuity income.
2026 TSP Performance Starts Strong: All TSP Funds Show Positive Return in January
After the first month of 2026, one TSP fund continues to lead. Here’s a 10-year perspective to offer a broader view of TSP performance.
OPM Expands 2026 Special 3.8% Pay Raise to More Federal Law Enforcement Positions
More federal employees in law enforcement positions will be eligible to get a higher pay raise in 2026.
Partial Government Shutdown Begins After Senate Approves Spending Agreement
Categories Current Events 
The Senate has approved an agreement to fund most of the federal government for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Two Paychecks, Two TSP Matches?
Federal employees who are Reservists and Guardsmen can receive both military and civilian TSP matches.
DoD Overpaid Remote Workers Due to Recordkeeping Errors, Report Finds
An IG report found that DoD was improperly paying some employees working remotely due to a lack of oversight.
