Are You Prepared for the New Retirement Realities?
65 used to be the start of old age. Not now, many Americans are at their peak at that age. This fact and other demograhic trends should impact your retirement planning.
Lifecycle Funds: Making A “Model Retirement Program” Even Better
Are lifecycle funds a way to time the stock and bond markets? What is the philosophy behind lifecycle funds. Here is a quick summary
Loss of Power and Members Impacts Union Solidarity
Several large unions have withdrawn from the AFL-CIO, taking with them millions of dollars and millions of members. Federal employee unions have experienced substantial losses in power and members also.
2006 Pay: How Will Federal Increase Compare With Private Sector?
How will the 2006 pay raise compare to the typical private sector increase? Here is a likely scenario.
Nintendo On Steroids
A news report reported allegations of controllers playing games with airplanes under their control. No accidents occurred but there have been repercussions.
Five Years of Back Pay For This Fed
A federal employee was reinstated with five years of back pay after winning his case in federal court.
Unmasking the Marginal Federal Employee
Do we need a marginal rating for federal employees? In a practical sense, marginal ratings result in nothing but work for the supervisor.
TSP Stocks Up Again: Will The Bull Continue to Kick in 2005?
All TSP stock funds were up again in July. Here are the results for each fund.
Retiring? Think About This!!
What are the considerations in deciding when to retire? Should you wait until the end of the year? Which year? Which month? Here is an explanation of some major factors to consider in your decision.
No Pay Increase for These Civil Service Employees?
The agency and the union are starting labor negotiations and the parties are far apart in their initial positions.
