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Federal Retirement Claims Rise in November
As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM received 23,393 ...December 16, 2025Accrued Annual Leave for Federal Employees
Understanding how annual leave is earned—and how much you can save—plays an important role in planning your time off and preparing for ...December 9, 2025FERS Supplement vs 10% Annuity Bonus
The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement is a powerful benefit that bridges the gap until you’re eligible to file for Social Security. This ...December 2, 2025Common Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Retirement is one of the most critical milestones in a federal career, yet many employees delay planning until just a few years ...November 25, 2025Why the Classic 4% Rule May Not Fit Your Retirement
For decades, the “4% rule” has been a simple benchmark for retirees: withdraw 4% of your total savings in the first year ...November 18, 2025Open Season Is Here
Open Season began yesterday and runs through December 8th. Federal employees and retirees are encouraged to use this time to shop plans ...November 11, 2025October TSP Returns
For federal employees, the TSP is a powerful retirement benefit. With low fees, government backing, and a variety of investment options, it ...November 4, 2025Recommended TSP Balance at Age 50
Federal employees have unique retirement needs, so it’s important to focus on savings guidelines tailored to you. While private-sector benchmarks suggest saving ...October 28, 2025TSP Funds Continue Gains in September
In September 2025, TSP stock funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S Fund rose ...October 21, 2025Federal Retirement Application Processing Times Climb
The average processing time for federal retirement applications has increased to 76 days, up from 70 days in August. This rise comes ...October 14, 2025
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