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Bills Introduced to Aid Federal Employees During Government ShutdownsSeveral bills have been introduced to protect feder...
10/07/2025

Bills Introduced to Aid Federal Employees During Government Shutdowns

Several bills have been introduced to protect federal employees from shutdown-related financial strain.

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Democratic lawmakers, led by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), have introduced the Emergency Relief for Federal Workers Act, a bill designed to make it easier for federal employees to access their

Retirement Planning is Unique for FedsFederal retirement packages are among the best in the nation, yet retirement plann...
10/06/2025

Retirement Planning is Unique for Feds

Federal retirement packages are among the best in the nation, yet retirement planning can be complex.

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A career in the federal government comes with many perks, but retirement benefits are often at the top of the list. Federal retirement packages are among the best in the nation, yet retirement planning can

Federal Retirement Applications Surge Amid Government ShutdownA massive wave of federal retirement applications is putti...
10/03/2025

Federal Retirement Applications Surge Amid Government Shutdown

A massive wave of federal retirement applications is putting unprecedented pressure on the Office of Personnel Management.

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As the federal workforce navigates a government shutdown, a massive wave of federal retirement applications triggered by the Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) is putting unprecedented pressure on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Approximately 150,000

TSP Funds Continue Gains in SeptemberIn September 2025, TSP funds remained positive despite the looming government shutd...
10/02/2025

TSP Funds Continue Gains in September

In September 2025, TSP funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown.

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In September 2025, TSP funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S Fund rose 2.04% , and the I Fund jumped 3.16% (25.34% YTD), driven by a steady

Government Shutdown Begins: What Federal Workers Need to KnowAs of midnight, there’s officially a government shutdown af...
10/01/2025

Government Shutdown Begins: What Federal Workers Need to Know

As of midnight, there’s officially a government shutdown after Congress failed to pass funding legislation.

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As of midnight, there’s officially a government shutdown after Congress failed to pass funding legislation. For federal employees, this means immediate furloughs for many staff, while some agencies are also preparing to implement permanent layoffs,

Anticipated Retirement Surge and DRP Reshape Federal WorkforceAs the fiscal year draws to a close, tens of thousands of ...
09/30/2025

Anticipated Retirement Surge and DRP Reshape Federal Workforce

As the fiscal year draws to a close, tens of thousands of federal employees face the expiration of their deferred resignation periods, potentially triggering a wave of retirements.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/anticipated-retirement-surge-and-drp-reshape-federal-workforce/

As the fiscal year draws to a close, tens of thousands of federal employees face the expiration of their deferred resignation periods, potentially triggering a wave of retirements that could overwhelm the Office of Personnel

Federal Employee Benefits After SeparationLet's take a minute to review what happens to your federal employee benefits w...
09/29/2025

Federal Employee Benefits After Separation

Let's take a minute to review what happens to your federal employee benefits when you separate from federal service.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/federal-employee-benefits-after-separation/

With the September 30 Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) date approaching and the threat of mass layoffs, now is the time to review what happens to your federal employee benefits when you separate from federal service.

Employee Layoffs Threatened Amid Government Shutdown StandoffOMB has directed federal agencies to prepare for significan...
09/25/2025

Employee Layoffs Threatened Amid Government Shutdown Standoff

OMB has directed federal agencies to prepare for significant employee layoffs in the event of a government shutdown.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/employee-layoffs-threatened-amid-government-shutdown-standoff/

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Trump administration has directed federal agencies to prepare for significant employee layoffs in the event of a government shutdown, set to occur if Congress fails to

How TSP Roth Conversions Affect Your Tax BillWithout a clear TSP Roth conversion strategy, you could face larger-than-ex...
09/25/2025

How TSP Roth Conversions Affect Your Tax Bill

Without a clear TSP Roth conversion strategy, you could face larger-than-expected tax bills.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/how-tsp-roth-conversions-affect-your-tax-bill/

As we mentioned in a previous article, starting January 1, 2026, federal employees will be able to perform in-plan TSP Roth conversions. This lets you transfer funds directly from your Traditional TSP account to a

How a Shutdown Affects Pay and Benefits for Federal EmployeesFederal employees should be prepared for the financial inco...
09/24/2025

How a Shutdown Affects Pay and Benefits for Federal Employees

Federal employees should be prepared for the financial inconvenience of delayed paychecks and understand their agency’s designation.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/how-a-shutdown-affects-pay-and-benefits-for-federal-employees/

When Congress fails to pass appropriations or a continuing resolution, many agencies funded by annual appropriations must halt operations. This triggers what’s known as a “shutdown furlough,” in which federal employees are either placed on

Federal Employees, Market Warnings, and the TSPWith two major financial voices signaling a warning about the direction o...
09/23/2025

Federal Employees, Market Warnings, and the TSP

With two major financial voices signaling a warning about the direction of the markets, federal employees may want to review their TSP investment strategy.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/federal-employees-market-warnings-and-the-tsp/

With two major financial voices signaling a warning about the direction of the markets, federal employees may want to review their TSP investment strategy. Vanguard recently issued fresh allocation guidance, recommending investors consider a more

OPM Implements Forced Distribution for SES Performance RatingsOPM has finalized a significant rule that introduces force...
09/22/2025

OPM Implements Forced Distribution for SES Performance Ratings

OPM has finalized a significant rule that introduces forced distribution into the performance evaluations of Senior Executive Service (SES) members.

Learn more: https://dailyfed.com/2025/09/opm-implements-forced-distribution-for-ses-performance-ratings/

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has finalized a significant rule that introduces forced distribution into the performance evaluations of Senior Executive Service (SES) members, marking a shift aimed at addressing long-standing concerns over inflated

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