What’s Wrong With the 4% Rule?
The 4% rule is a common spending strategy in retirement. Although very popular, the author says there are some flaws with it.
Inflation Rate Continues to Go Up Reducing Value of 2022 Federal Pay Raise
The inflation rate measured by the CPI-W went up 7.8% in 2021 reducing purchasing power of the 2022 COLA and pay raise now in effect.
10 Things You Should Know About Bear Markets
Are you prepared for a bear market? Here are 10 important facts to know about these investment cycles.
Weekly COVID Testing Coming Soon for Federal Employees Who Aren’t “Fully Vaccinated”
Federal employees who are not fully vaccinated will soon be subject to more stringent COVID testing guidelines.
Is it Time for Federal Employees to Return to In-Office Work?
With so many federal employees in compliance with the vaccine mandate, is it time for them to return to in-office work in greater numbers?
Why Developing a Philosophy for Supervising Employees is Important
Collaboration and compliance are philosophies for supervising employees.
Why is My 2022 COLA Less Than I Was Expecting?
My FERS annuity with the 2022 COLA is increasing less than 4.9% in January. Why is that?
“Cool Hand Luke” and COVID Vaccine Mandate for Federal Workers
Agencies are expected to begin suspending employees who are not complying with the COVID vaccine mandate.
5 Tips for Managing a Change in Supervisors
The author shares some tips he learned from his experience as an acting supervisor helping to transition another person into the role.
DC Offices Closed for Second Time This Week on Friday
Federal government offices in the Washington, DC area are closed again on Friday, January 7, 2022 due to snow moving into the area.
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