SECURE Act 2.0: Riding the Roth Rollercoaster in Your TSP With Catch-Up Contributions
The Secure Act 2.0 required changes for catch-up contributions to the TSP for some participants. These changes have been delayed until 2026.
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.
2024 FEHB Premium Increases for Blue Cross Blue Shield Nationwide Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield is among the more popular FEHB plans. How much have 2024 premiums increased over last year?
Should You Take a TSP Loan? The Ultimate Guide
Should you take out a TSP loan? These are some important considerations.
TSP Meeting Recap: Adding Non-Federal Employees to TSP and a New Way to Track TSP Loans
TSP investors will now be able to track the status of a TSP loan online. Legislation has been introduced to add non-federal employees into FERS and TSP.
Guide to 2023 Federal Benefits Open Season
Federal employees choose their 2024 benefits options during the upcoming 2023 federal benefits open season. These are some important considerations.
Good FEGLI Alternatives for Federal Employees
What are some of the alternatives to FEGLI for federal employees?
Update on 2024 Locality Pay for Federal Employees
The President’s Pay Agent report for 2024 GS locality pay has been released. These are the changes federal employees can expect in 2024.
FEHB Premium Increases for Federal Employees Under Blue Cross Blue Shield
2024 FEHB premiums are increasing significantly. How have premiums under Blue Cross Blue Shield fared since 2019?
Government Shutdowns Underscore Why Federal Employees Need Emergency Funds
A government shutdown can delay when federal employees get paid, but emergency funds can help them to be prepared.
TSP Returns Tumble in 3rd Quarter of 2023 as Interest Rates Soar
Third quarter TSP performance in 2023 was disappointing, however, TSP returns are still generally very good for the year and for the past 12 months.
