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Federal Employees May See Bigger Payouts for Voluntary Separation Under New Proposal

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 20, 2026 7:40 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A new bill would significantly alter the VSIP buyout program, providing federal employees with greater financial incentives to resign their positions.

How the Supreme Court Decision on Workforce Cuts Could Impact Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jul 11, 2025 8:35 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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What are the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision for federal employees?

What Federal Employees Need to Know About RIFs and Early Retirement

FedSmith.com author Jesse BlackBy Jesse BlackJun 4, 2025 8:39 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees who are facing RIFs and early retirements need to know their rights, options, and benefits before making decisions.

VSIP + VERA: Should You Take the Money and Retire Early?

FedSmith.com author Charles DzamaBy Charles DzamaApr 3, 2025 8:23 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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A VSIP/VERA can be a tempting offer for federal employees. These are some important considerations for those weighing one of these offers.

Fork in the Road: A Comprehensive Guide to Deferred Resignation for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiJan 30, 2025 8:15 AM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:16 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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These are important considerations for federal employees wondering if they should take the deferred resignation offer from OPM.

What’s the Catch? Too Good to Be True? “Deferred Resignation”, Buyouts and Paid Administrative Leave

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 29, 2025 8:04 AM | Updated: Jan 30, 2025 8:16 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Federal employees who feared working under President Trump may be shocked. Buyouts took on a completely different form with up to 8 months of pay. Here are the details.

Trump Administration Offers Buyouts to Nearly All Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 28, 2025 6:48 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Buyouts were predicted in a recent FedSmith article. They occurred faster than expected. Here is more information.

Is There a Buyout in Your Future and Will You Take It?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 27, 2025 7:45 AM | Updated: Jan 29, 2025 10:35 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Would you accept a $25,000 buyout (or more) to leave government service? How about $40,000? Are you ready to make a decision? Think about it now instead of later.

VERA and VSIP: A Guide to Early Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiJul 18, 2024 9:06 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What are the VERA and VSIP? Should federal employees utilize these if they are eligible to do so? These are some considerations.

BLM Provides Options to Employees Impacted by Agency Relocation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 15, 2019 10:48 AM | Updated: Dec 30, 2019 1:31 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

BLM employees who were asked to relocate from the Washington office recently faced a decision deadline. The agency has detailed their remaining options.

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