What Happens if a Holiday Falls on My Day Off?
If a holiday falls on a Monday and that’s my day off, does the holiday move to Tuesday or does my day off move to Tuesday?
Q&A
Q&A from FedSmith authors addressing readers’ questions. We share them here to help you with your federal career or retirement planning.
Can Career Complacency Cause Retirement Regret?
I am a 42 year old GS-10 FERS employee with 12 years of service. As long as I work at least 30 years and put 5% into the TSP, will my retirement income be that much different from someone that is a higher grade than me?
Interest Rates and Your TSP Annuity
Have the low interest rates we have been having for the last several years affected the amount of money a person would be entitled to if he chose the TSP annuity option?
Questions and Answers About the Upcoming FEGLI Open Season
These are some questions and answers that cover basic facts about FEGLI as well as considerations for federal employees who may be wondering what actions they should take during the upcoming open season.
The Brexit Effect and Your TSP
I am at most four years away from retirement and am worried about another stock market decline along the lines of 2008 in light of events such as Brexit and the upcoming elections. Should I stick with a more moderate/aggressive investment approach in my TSP or move into something less risky?
When Should I Receive Comp Time Rather Than Overtime?
My supervisor has deemed that GS-09 and GS-11 positions are not eligible for overtime pay and has been providing only comp time for overtime worked. We believe this is incorrect. Do you have any information that will tell us when it’s proper to receive comp time and when overtime pay should be paid?
Are All Federal Employees Entitled to Locality Pay?
Who is and who is not entitled to receive locality pay?
What are the ‘House Rules’ for Paying Off a Home Prior to Federal Retirement?
I am a FERS employee that has reached my Minimum Retirement Age. Is it wise to pay off our mortgage before I retire?
Can I Contribute to an IRA if I’m Fully Funding My TSP Account?
I’ve been told that I cannot contribute to an IRA for either 2015 or 2016 if I’m fully funding my TSP account; is that true?
Am I Entitled to the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)?
I am a retired honorable discharged Air Force Reservist. I have a 5 point preference for spending time overseas in a military Campaign. Am I entitled to the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)?
