Dodging the RMD Tax Trap: A Federal Employee’s Guide to Smarter Withdrawals
RMDs require retirees to withdraw from pre-tax accounts, risking higher taxes. These are some tips for federal employees to avoid future tax burdens.
Leaving Your Estate to Charity? Rethink your Roth Conversion Strategy
If you plan to leave retirement assets to charity, Roth conversions may cost you more in taxes. Learn smarter strategies for charitable federal employees.
New Letter Highlights Frustration With OPM’s Handling of Federal Retirement Applications
Four Congressmen are pressing OPM for answers about reported processing delays stemming from the recent surge in the retirement claims backlog.
Thrift Savings Plan Rollover: What Happens When You Move Money from TSP into a Traditional or Roth IRA?
Learn the essentials of TSP-to-IRA rollovers, including benefits, tax implications, and key steps for federal employees managing retirement savings.
The 3 Income Mistakes Federal Retirees Make in the First 5 Years
Most retirement plans don’t fail 20 years in—they weaken in the first five. Learn the three most common income mistakes federal retirees make early on.
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.
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