Hoping for a Big Raise? 53 Years of the Annual Federal Pay Raises
The annual federal pay raise interests all federal workers. Over the past 53 years, what was the highest, lowest, and average federal pay raise?
Inflation
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.
Inflation Soars Again: Value of 2022 Federal Pay Raise and COLA Going Down
Inflation is soaring. The 2022 COLA will be 5.9%. Inflation is now at 7.6% over 12 months per the CPI-W and the 2022 federal pay raise is projected at 2.7%.
What Inflation Does to Your Federal Retirement
Inflation has been rising at a much higher rate than usual. How can this impact a federal employee’s retirement?
Your 2022 Federal Pay Raise, COLA, and Why 2021 Inflation Is Important
The 2021 inflation rate so far is now 6.2%. With a projected 2022 federal pay raise of 2.7%, and a COLA of 5.9%, purchasing power is declining fast.
TSP Bouncing Back From Recent Losses: One Fund Up 6.27%
TSP core funds are bouncing back. One fund is up more than 6% so far this month. Are there reasons for concern about inflation and its impact on stock prices?
Up, Up and Away: 6.2% Possible for 2022 COLA
Inflation is up again in July. There is another higher projection for the 2022 COLA figure to be announced in October.
This Retirement Mistake Could Cut Your Pension by 15%
Some federal employees under FERS could see a significant cut to their pensions if they meet these criteria.
Inflation Jumps to 5% Annual Increase: Latest COLA Estimate for 2022
Inflation is increasing more than expected. The May inflation rate was 5% over a 12-month period. What does this mean for the annual COLA?
COLA Calculation: More Money for Federal Retirees in 2022?
The latest inflation data have been released. What are likely projections for the 2022 COLA?
