Bear Market In Stocks Impacts TSP Investors’ Attitudes, Approaches to Investing
The bear market in stocks has made some investors skittish about how to invest their money. What is the mood of FedSmith.com readers?
Some Changes Advocated by DoD Should be Implemented Across Government Says GAO head
In testimony before a Senate subcommittee, GAO’s David Walker discussed the proposed reforms to the civil service structure in DoD and the implications of these reforms elsewhere in government.
Real Jobs, Real Money and Real Politics: Political Reality Hits Home for Feds
The political environment has changed dramatically for federal employees as unions speak out on their behalf. Most aren’t aware of the changes but they will be impacted by these changes.
“Excuse Me, Is That Your Pig In The Airplane Seat?”
Animal rights, accommodating disabled passengers, and travel regulations can all meld together into a strange mixture. Here is an example of some unusual regs.
Attrition Rate at Veterans Benefits Administration is 17 Percent. Why? No One Knows
The attrition rate at VBA for certain employees is about 17 percent. GAO recommends collecting data and analyzing why this is occurring.
Are Americans Getting Fatter? Just Ask the FAA
The average American is getting heavier. The FAA won’t let planes fly if there is too much weight on board. The result will probably be fewer of us can get on a plane at one time.
April Stock Fund Returns Cheer TSP Investors
The three stocks funds of the TSP are up substantially in April.
Do Feds like the FERS retirement plan?
Most respondents believe the FERS system is at least as good or better than private sector retirement programs but there are a number of aspects about FERS they don’t like.
TSP Stock Fund Investors Cheer April Returns
The TSP stock fund will show a positive return for April–one of the best months for TSP stock investors in a long time.
GAO Says Government HR Structure is Broken — Supports Pay-for-Performance and Pay Banding
The federal HR system is broken says GAO and supports changes, including pay-for-performance and pay banding if key elements are in place to support these new systems.
