Trump Proposes 1% Federal Employee Pay Raise for 2026: Here’s What It Means
09/05/2025
Message boards across the federal cyber world are buzzing with concern, and for good reason. It’s been a challenging year for career Feds, with ongoing uncertainty about workforce reductions, potential RIFs, and now questions about 2026 compensation. After months of ... Read More
What Every Fed Needs to Know About Discontinued Service Retirement (DSR)
03/27/2025
We find ourselves in very stressful times and many federal employees are facing uncertainty due to potential agency reductions in force (RIF). It’s natural to feel anxious about job security and future retirement plans. This article aims to provide clarity ... Read More
Reduction in Force (RIF): A Guide to Reemployment Priority Lists
02/13/2025
Message boards across the federal cyber world are buzzing with concerned sentiments around deferred resignation and what may follow in the form of official Reductions in Forces (RIF) and outright terminations. In the event of a RIF, there is an ... Read More
What Federal Employees Need to Know About the Latest Executive Orders
01/21/2025
Information current as of 12:11 p.m. EST As part of his first actions in office, President Trump has signed several executive orders that will have significant implications for Feds. These changes touch on areas ranging from a return to in-person ... Read More
Best Upcoming Dates to Retire as a Federal Employee
01/11/2025
When planning for retirement, timing is everything-especially for Feds looking to maximize their benefits. One of the key factors in ensuring a smooth transition to retirement is choosing the right date to retire. Ideally, you want to retire on the ... Read More
Initial Prediction for 2026 COLA: 2.5%—What Federal Retirees Need to Know
12/21/2024
Following the confirmation of the 2025 COLA updates back in October, The Senior Citizen’s League (TSCL) has released their initial prediction for the 2026 COLA just this past week. Here’s what Feds need to know. The Senior Citizen’s League (TSCL) ... Read More
Understanding Trump’s Schedule F Proposal: What It Means for Federal Government Employees and Retirees
12/02/2024
In the wake of the election earlier this month, renewed concerns have surfaced over the new administration’s possible reactivation of Executive Order 13957, also known as Schedule F. By now, you most likely know that this action was advanced in ... Read More
Understanding Trump’s Schedule F Proposal: What It Means for Federal Government Employees and Retirees
12/02/2024
In the wake of the election earlier this month, renewed concerns have surfaced over the new administration’s possible reactivation of Executive Order 13957, also known as Schedule F. By now, you most likely know that this action was advanced in ... Read More
TSP Contribution Limits 2025: Official Numbers
11/21/2024
Great news for federal employees! The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contribution limits for 2025 have increased, allowing you to save even more for retirement. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re well on your way to building a secure financial ... Read More
2025 Medicare IRMAA Brackets: What Feds Need to Know
11/21/2024
As Turkey Day closes in, it’s hard to believe that 2025 is less than two months away! As we look ahead to 2025, one of the most important updates for federal government retirees who are age 65 and older is ... Read More