Average FEHB Premiums Are Up; Historic Annual Increases from 2016-2025
FEHB premiums go up every year. Additions may be creating a Cadillac health plan rather than a balance of services and expense.
Author: Ralph R. Smith
Spectacular TSP Returns: One Fund Up More than 36% Over 12-Months
TSP returns during the bull market have been excellent. TSP investors have gradually shifted to the C Fund from the G Fund as the market has gone up.
Unusual TSP Returns This September and Surge in Purchasing TSP Annuities: What is Going On?
There has been a surge in TSP investors purchasing annuities. Here is a brief explanation. September is historically a negative month for stocks, but so far 2024 has been an exception.
August Inflation Rate Reduces Likely 2025 COLA—But Still Above Projected Annual Pay Raise
The 2nd month of inflation data determining the 2025 COLA has been released. The 2025 COLA will be less than in 2024 but probably still larger than the average 2025 pay raise.
Canceling Union Dues Withholding May Require Going to Court
The FLRA may revert to more restrictions on canceling union dues. How difficult can it be to cancel? In this case, a federal employee went to court and is still trying about 3 years later.
TSP Returns Flying High With C Fund Up 19.5% in 2024: Is Risk in Stocks Going Up?
August was a volatile month for stocks, but it ended well for TSP investors. How are they reacting to changes in the market?
TSP Investors Enjoying Spectacular 2024 TSP Returns
2024 has been spectacular for TSP investors. Here are the results so far for all TSP funds, including the new L 2070 Fund launched in July.
Comparing the 2025 COLA to the 2025 Federal Pay Raise: 2.57% in 2025?
It is the time of year when federal employees and retirees start thinking about the COLA and annual pay raise. What are the likely figures for 2025?
Your TSP and The “Great Rotation” as S Fund Surges in July
The “great rotation” among stocks in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) became evident in July. Here is how this rotation impacted TSP returns.
Biden vs. Trump: Changes in the Federal Workforce
How has the federal workforce changed under Presidents Trump and Biden? Here is a summary of racial composition, total federal employment and salary increases.
