As the fallout from the Deferred Resignation Program and the uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continue to play out, OPM received 23,393 ...

The FERS Retiree Annuity Supplement is a powerful benefit that bridges the gap until you’re eligible to file for Social Security. This ...

Retirement is one of the most critical milestones in a federal career, yet many employees delay planning until just a few years ...

For decades, the “4% rule” has been a simple benchmark for retirees: withdraw 4% of your total savings in the first year ...

For federal employees, the TSP is a powerful retirement benefit. With low fees, government backing, and a variety of investment options, it ...

Federal employees have unique retirement needs, so it’s important to focus on savings guidelines tailored to you. While private-sector benchmarks suggest saving ...

The average processing time for federal retirement applications has increased to 76 days, up from 70 days in August. This rise comes ...

From January through August 2025, more than 88,000 federal employees submitted retirement applications. Even if your own retirement is years away, it’s ...

In August 2025, the TSP reported positive returns across all of its funds. The S Fund, tracking small-and mid-size businesses, led with ...

Federal retirement benefits were virtually nonexistent before the 20th century. Federal employees relied on personal savings or limited agency-specific pensions, often tied ...