Inflation Slows and Latest 2026 COLA Projection
Inflation was lower than projected in February. Federal employees are stressed. TSP prices are down. Here are latest big cuts in a federal agency and projected 2026 COLA.
Federal Employee Retirement
Federal employee retirement news: news about retirement-related topics as it pertains to employees of the federal government. Topics include FERS, CSRS, the latest TSP performance, annual COLA updates, and more.
Why Warren Buffett Is Holding Cash and What Federal Employees Can Learn from It
Warren Buffett is holding a lot of cash right now. What can federal employees learn from this?
Are You Ready for Retirement?
These are some practical steps federal employees can take to ensure their retirement readiness.
How Could the March 13, 2025, Deadline Affect Federal Employees?
The Trump administration is working to cut waste in government, but there are implications for the federal employees whose lives are impacted.
Can Unused Sick Leave Increase Your Retirement Eligibility Age?
What impact does unused sick leave have on a federal employee’s retirement eligibility?
How to Calculate FERS Federal Disability Retirement Benefits
What are the eligibility requirements for FERS disability retirement and how is it calculated?
Understanding the Costs and Downsides of Retiring Early
Early retirement is can be appealing for federal employees, but it has some potential downsides.
Is It Better to Retire or Work Longer at Age 57 With 30 Years of Service?
Upon reaching age 57 with 30 years of service, does it make more financial sense for a federal employee to retire or keep working?
Understanding Federal Retirement Options: Deferred Resignation, VERA, Postponed Retirement, and Deferred Retirement
What retirement options are available for federal employees who may be considering leaving federal service?
Retroactive Payments Begin for Individuals Impacted by WEP, GPO
SSA has begun issuing retroactive payments under the Social Security Fairness Act. Here is the projected timeline.
