Is the Premise, “ALL Federal Employees Need an Advisor” a Myth?
Do all federal employees need a financial advisor, or would some be ok to invest on their own?
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, 2023 COLA update and more.
Medicare’s 2023 IRMAA Brackets and Part B Premiums Change
2022 inflation and a policy shift on a drug used in clinical trials lowered 2023 Medicare Part B premiums and increased the IRMAA brackets.
Should You Delay Your RMD?
Many people don’t realize that RMDs can be delayed. Is this a good idea?
2023 TSP Contribution Limit Increasing Over 9%
The IRS has announced the 2023 annual contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs.
4.1% Differential Between 2023 Pay Raise, COLA
Inflation has been rising fast, and the 2023 COLA was just announced. Even with a projected 2023 pay raise of 4.6%, purchasing power is declining fast.
Top 5 TSP Mistakes Federal Employees Should Avoid
These are five potentially costly mistakes federal employees need to avoid when it comes to their TSP accounts.
Joint Wills May Not Be the Best Estate Planning Tool For Couples and Others
Two for the price of one in estate planning today may not save you money tomorrow.
2023 COLA for Federal Retirees Highest Since 1981
The 2023 COLA for federal retirees and Social Security recipients has been announced and will be the largest in since 1981.
OPM Retirement Backlog Drops Nearly 9% in September
The OPM retirement backlog was reduced by nearly 9% in September 2022, although it still remains at over 25,000 total claims.
Medicare Premiums and Deductibles to Fall in 2023
Some young seniors are surprised about 2023 Medicare cost forecasts – not so for those paying premiums since 2011.
