Why Every Federal Employee Should Consider a High Deductible Health Plan
High deductible health plans within the FEHB can be a great way for federal employees to save on insurance costs.
Pay & Benefits
Get the latest federal employee pay news, including updates on federal pay raises, GS pay scale changes, locality pay, and federal compensation policy. Stay informed on TSP news, TSP fund performance, contribution limits, and investment updates. This category also covers FEHB premiums, FEGLI rates, FEDVIP dental and vision benefits, and major OPM policy changes, federal workforce legislation, and other developments that impact federal employee pay, benefits, and take‑home compensation.
OPM Cracking Down on Ineligible FEHB Enrollees
OPM announced new requirements to eliminate ineligible FEHB enrollees.
Can We Double Our TSP in 10 Years?
Can your TSP account be doubled in 10 years? An analysis of one couple’s situation evaluates the possibility.
What Happens to Your TSP If You Die?
What happens to a federal employee’s TSP account upon his or her death?
Should You Transfer Out of the TSP?
These are pros and cons of reasons why federal employees might consider moving money out of the TSP.
Why Your TSP Employer Match is Worth More Than You Think
Federal employees who aren’t taking advantage of the full TSP match are missing out on free money.
Bill Imposing Telework Requirements: “Americans have been on hold while bureaucrats phone it in.”
A bill would impose restrictions on telework by federal employees. It would also require evaluating the impact of telework on delivery and response times of services.
Tax Strategies When Taking TSP Withdrawals
Tax planning is important when withdrawing money from your TSP account, otherwise you may be paying more in taxes than you have to.
An Update on Weight Loss Drug Coverage from FEHB Plans
How FEHB plans cover weight loss drugs for federal employees varies widely.
22 Record Highs in 3 Months: TSP Returns 10%+ for One TSP Stock Fund
So far, 2024 has been a great year for TSP returns. All TSP Funds, with one exception, are showing a positive return in 2024.
