Whether it’s rising inflation, a government shutdown, a market downturn, an economic recession, or an emergency, Money and finances can cause anxiety for many of us. Chris Kowalik provides four actionable tips to manage financial stress more…
Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rules for Traditional Inherited IRAs
Many federal employees and retirees have inherited IRAs over the years from relatives. Ed Zurndorfer explains the required minimum distribution (RMD) rules and deadlines, with several practical examples more…
Government Shutdown Relief Bill Introduced to Ease Hardship TSP Withdrawals
If passed, the legislation would allow federal employees to withdraw funds from their TSP without being penalized if the government shutdown is prolonged, while ensuring that funds could be recontributed later on more…
What Departing Federal Employees Need to Know About Their TSP Accounts
Thousands of federal employees have left or will be leaving federal service sometime between now and the end of 2025. Ed Zurndorfer discusses the options a separating employee has with their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) traditional and Roth accounts. more…
Why Having Emergency Savings is Vital for Feds
If you have little-to-no savings that is accessible to you when you need it, a job loss, government shutdown furlough, or medical emergency could be catastrophic to your finances. Chris Kowalik gives pointers on how you can build an emergency fund
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