Which is Better for Federal Employees: Wills or Trusts?
What are the primary differences between wills and trusts, and how do they fit into an estate plan?
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Retirement Payments Set to Rise: Breaking Down the 2026 COLA
The 2026 COLA has been announced after being delayed by the government shutdown. How much is it and who will receive it?
2025 Government Shutdown: What This Means for Your Federal Retirement
Facing the 2025 shutdown furlough? Learn how to protect your finances, retirement, and TSP contributions during uncertain times.
Estate Planning 101: A Federal Employee’s Guide to Protecting Your Legacy
Secure your legacy with smart estate planning—protect your loved ones, assets, and wishes. Don’t delay; a simple step today saves heartache tomorrow.
Retirement Claims Drop Sharply in September, Easing OPM Retirement Backlog
A summer retirement surge has strained OPM, but the pace slowed in September. Another wave appears to be coming soon though.
Could Your Federal Employer Health Benefit Plan Be a Source of Tax Revenue to Shore Up Social Security?
Taxing employer sponsored insurance plans may be a stealthy way to increase the taxable wage base used by Social Security.
Retirement Wave Hits OPM: Inside August’s Record-Breaking Month
New retirement claims spiked in August, but the OPM retirement backlog is not what you would expect.
From Service to Savings: Helping Veterans Build Wealth After Retirement
A new bipartisan bill could reshape how veterans save for retirement in the TSP.
What’s Driving the Summer Surge in the OPM Retirement Backlog?
The OPM retirement backlog decreased somewhat in July but remains at uncharacteristically high levels from an unusual summer surge.
OPM Retirement Backlog Grows 22% in June Amid Claims Surge
Federal retirement claims surged in May and June 2025, driving the highest mid-year spike in the OPM retirement backlog in six years.
