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Month: June 2020

Will Federal Employees Really Have Lower Taxes in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJun 24, 2020 12:44 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Many federal employees assume they will be in a lower tax bracket in retirement. As the author explains, this may not be the case.

Trump or Biden? Express Your Preference

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 23, 2020 1:23 PM | Updated: Jun 30, 2020 9:35 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Which leading candidate will receive your vote to be president in the upcoming election?

Essential Things to Know Before You Take the TSP Annuity Option

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJun 23, 2020 8:11 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The TSP offers an annuity you can use in retirement, but the author cautions there are some downsides to this option.

Are Your Long-Term Care Plans Putting You in Danger?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJun 22, 2020 3:26 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The coronavirus has disproportionately targeted individuals in long-term care facilities. The author says this is an important reminder for LTC planning.

New L Funds Launching July 1

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 22, 2020 1:11 PM | Updated: Jun 30, 2020 5:24 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A variety of new L Fund options are coming soon to the TSP.

Your Complete Financial Checklist for When a Parent Passes Away

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonJun 22, 2020 8:18 AM | Updated: Apr 14, 2021 2:28 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Losing a parent is difficult, but knowing how to deal with the paperwork process can help ease the burden.

Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $400k in Pension Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 20, 2020 11:37 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A Maryland man is facing prison time for spending his dead mother’s government pension payments.

OPM Plans to ‘Streamline the Leave Restoration Process’ for Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 19, 2020 11:30 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM said it plans to issue regulations soon that would “streamline the leave restoration process” in certain situations for lost annual leave.

Is the Annual COLA Calculation Accurate? GAO Weighs In.

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 19, 2020 6:51 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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GAO recommends the BLS evaluate the data sources used to calculate the annual COLA as they may not be accurate.

Implications for Supreme Court’s LGBT Employment Discrimination Decision for Federal Employees

By Richard RennerJun 18, 2020 10:25 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

What are the implications for federal employees from the recent Supreme Court decision on workplace discrimination?

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April 21, 2026

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