Who is funding FERS? In October of last year, there were slight changes to the amount agencies contribute to the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS). Employees and the US government fund the rest.  Both CSRS and FERS pensions are backed ... Read More

The G-Fund in the TSP is Guaranteed to never provide a return less than zero, but can it keep pace with inflation? The G-fund is an interesting investment as it is only available to Federal employees who have a TSP ... Read More

Considered one of the “legs” of a FERS retirement  – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind about Social Security benefits. Welcome to part six of our series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 ... Read More

The Federal Employee Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) program – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind. Welcome to part five of our series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 key points to remember for ... Read More

The Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind. Welcome to part four of our series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 key points to remember for several ... Read More

It’s that time of year again to honor and celebrate the country’s public servants, including members of the federal workforce. The first full week of May is annually designated as Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW). This year it takes place ... Read More

5 Key Facts About How TSP Works Welcome to part three of our series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 key points to remember for several areas of retirement planning and employee benefits for members of the Federal Workforce. ... Read More

The Thrift Savings Plan – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind. Welcome to part three of our series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 key points to remember for several areas of retirement ... Read More

The Civil Service Retirement System – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind. Welcome to part two of our series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 key points to remember for several areas of ... Read More

The Federal Employee Retirement System – here’s a list of fast facts that you should keep in mind. Welcome to part one of a new series of “listicles.” We’ll be going over 5 key points to remember for several areas ... Read More