This guide lists every federal holiday for 2026, including the observed dates when holidays fall on weekends. It also explains special rules that apply to federal employees, making it a useful reference for leave planning and understanding holiday schedules more…
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2027 CSRS / FERS COLA Watch for Federal Retirees
New inflation data just moved the needle on next year’s estimate. See where CSRS and FERS currently stand — and what it could mean for your retirement income. Includes new information on the Medicare Part B premium offset more…
The TSP G Fund Is Safe From Market Losses — But Not From Inflation
The TSP’s G Fund protects your savings from market losses — its balance won’t decline when stocks fall or bond prices drop. But that protection doesn’t guarantee your savings will keep pace with inflation. When prices rise faster than the G Fund’s return, your account can hold more dollars while buying less than it used to. This guide’s analysis compares official G Fund returns with federal inflation data and examines the trade-off between market safety and long-term growth. It also considers how your retirement timeline, withdrawal plans and ability to tolerate market declines can affect the role the G Fund plays in your TSP. more…
Long-Term Care Costs Are Exceeding Americans’ Income: What Should Federal Employees Do?
A new report shows long-term care costs continue to rise, adding another financial challenge for federal employees planning to retire and federal retirees. While no one knows whether they’ll ever need extended care, understanding today’s costs — and what Medicare typically doesn’t cover — can help you make more informed retirement decisions. In our latest guide, Ed Zurndorfer explains the trends and provides some planning strategies to consider before these expenses become a reality more…
TSP Week in Review: July 20–24, 2026
A tech-driven sell-off mid-week pulled most TSP stock funds lower, though a Friday rebound softened the losses. The S Fund led declines at -0.92%, while the G Fund was the only fund in the green, up 0.09%. See the full fund-by-fund breakdown and what drove the week. more…
10 Most Common Mistakes to Avoid When Purchasing Life Insurance
Ed Zurndorfer outlines errors individuals often make when purchasing and owning a life insurance policy
2025 Health Insurance Plan Options & Comparison Tools
Get the latest the official information online for the 2024 plan year of the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program. Dental and vision (FEDVIP) details are also available...
Your Federal Health Benefits & Medicare: Helpful Resources from OPM
The Office of Personnel Management offers several resources for federal employees and retirees regarding Medicare and how it works with the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program...
Guide to Federal Retiree COLAs: What Are They and How Are They Calculated?
Understand what the cost-of-living adjustment is, how it is computed, and how it affects CSRS and FERS annuities, survivor annuities, and other federal employee death benefits...
10 Biggest Mistakes Federal Employees Make When Planning for Retirement (and How to Avoid Them)
Learn the 10 biggest federal retirement planning mistakes that many employees make before leaving civil service including CSRS, FERS, Thrift Savings Plan...
Federal Retirement Planning Checklists
Checklists for 5-10 years from retirement, one year away from retirement, and for your first year after retirement...