Does OPM’s New Guidance Put an End to Telework?
OPM has issued guidance to federal agencies on the use of telework with a union contract in place.
Author: Ralph R. Smith
More Info and Clarification from OPM on Deferred Resignation Program
OPM is providing more information on its deferred resignation offer to federal employees to resign and leave government service. This may influence the decisions by some.
TSP Performance: 2025 Off to Good Start
TSP performance to start 2025 is off and running. How has the TSP performed over the last 12 months and how are federal employees reacting to the bull market?
Trump Memo Attacks, Restricts Labor Agreements on Telework
President Trump has issued a memo that places further restrictions on telework.
Too Good to be True? Perhaps. OPM Adds Clarifying Information on Deferred Resignation to Counter Skeptical Feds
Explanation of the OPM deferred resignation memo sparked questions, confusion and skepticism among federal employees. A revised version of the FAQ’s answers many questions.
What is Locality Pay, How Does it Work, and What is its Impact on Your 2025 Salary?
Locality pay is a significant benefit for federal employees. Where do employees have the highest and lowest pay raises in 2025?
What’s the Catch? Too Good to Be True? “Deferred Resignation”, Buyouts and Paid Administrative Leave
Federal employees who feared working under President Trump may be shocked. Buyouts took on a completely different form with up to 8 months of pay. Here are the details.
Trump Administration Offers Buyouts to Nearly All Federal Employees
Buyouts were predicted in a recent FedSmith article. They occurred faster than expected. Here is more information.
Schedule F Quickly Moving Forward
OPM issued new guidance with deadlines for identifying positions to be moved to Schedule Policy/Career (Schedule F). Does your job meet these characteristics?
Is There a Buyout in Your Future and Will You Take It?
Would you accept a $25,000 buyout (or more) to leave government service? How about $40,000? Are you ready to make a decision? Think about it now instead of later.
