No Contract, Fewer Protections: The Labor Relations Reality for Federal Employees
New executive orders are reshaping federal unions—cutting contracts, disrupting dues, and leaving employees with fewer protections and more uncertainty.
Why Are So Few Federal Employees Using the TSP Mutual Fund Window?
Years after launching, the TSP mutual fund window has attracted fewer than 10,000 participants. Here’s why most federal employees are sticking with core funds.
Iran Conflict Jolts Inflation Higher—And Clouds the Outlook for the 2027 COLA
March inflation jumped due to the Iran war, raising early 2027 COLA projections and adding uncertainty. The final outcome now depends on energy prices this summer.
USPS Halts FERS Contributions Amid Financial Crisis: What Employees Need to Know
USPS will temporarily halt employer FERS pension payments starting April 10 to conserve cash. What does this mean for employees and retirees?
The One-Decision Trap: What Federal Retirees Can Learn from Netflix
Netflix walked away from a $90 billion deal. Federal retirees face similar choices with TSP withdrawals, annuities, and Roth conversions. Flexibility matters.
OPM Wants Your Health Data: A New Push to Control FEHB Costs
OPM has proposed collecting detailed health claims data from FEHB and PSHB insurers, aiming for cost control but raising privacy and care oversight concerns.
OPM Retirement Backlog Falls 15% in March — First Drop in Six Months
OPM’s retirement backlog was slashed by 15% in March 2026, driven both by processing more retirement claims than received and an increased share of digital claims.
This “Drive-By” Planning Will Cost Retired Federal Employees Thousands
Retirement success hinges on smart tax planning and withdrawal strategies; small mistakes and “rules of thumb” can cost federal retirees significantly over time.
The Critical Health Insurance Decisions Every Federal Retiree Must Make
Federal retirees must weigh FEHB vs Medicare choices carefully, balancing premiums, coverage, and long-term penalties to protect health and savings.
No College Degree, Not A Problem: Major Overhaul in Federal Hiring
Dropping college degree requirements for many federal jobs is a major shift to skills-based hiring. It expands the talent pool but raising questions about consistency and workforce quality.
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