How Much Do You Need to Retire Comfortably?
This is a strategy federal employees can use to calculate whether their current salary can be replaced by their retirement income.
Repealing the GPO is Irresponsible
The author says that a bill that would repeal the GPO creates an unfair situation with Social Security and one that would further damage its finances.
USPS Loses $9.5 Billion in FY 2024
The annual losses at the Postal Service continue to mount.
Federal Long Term Care Insurance Still on Hold for New Applicants
OPM has extended the suspension on long term care insurance (FLTCIP) applications.
House Passes WEP and GPO Repeal Bill
Legislation that would eliminate the WEP and GPO has passed the House and it appears to have more momentum than in the past.
11 Tips for Newer Federal Employees
These are some tips to help new federal employees understand their benefits and jumpstart their retirement savings.
COLA Calculations, Inflation and Stock Market Records
America had an election and inflation was a factor for voters. The stock market is booming. Here are the latest inflation figures and how the COLA compares to pay raises over time.
Report Shows Congress’s Push Against Remote Work Misfires
The author says that a report from OMB on telework shows that concerns from Congress about telework are unwarranted.
Federal Workforce Changes Likely In Second Trump Administration
A second term for President Trump will likely result in reimposing changes he made in his first term. Here is a summary of the most important changes likely to emerge.
