19 Things to Cut When Money Gets Tight (Most People Ignore #11)
If passed, the Thrift Savings Plan Emergency Withdrawal Act would assist former federal employees pay their bills after leaving the federal workforce by allowing them to make penalty-free withdrawals from their TSP account more…
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How To Avoid These Eight Mistakes When Naming IRA Beneficiaries
Many federal employees and retirees own IRAs. Ed Zurndorfer explains why naming an IRA beneficiary is extremely important — how to avoid costly mistakes when doing it more…
TSP Announces January 2026 Processing Schedule
The Thrift Savings Plan announced its processing schedule for January 2026 including when IRS form 1099-R, life expectancy recalculation notices, and required minimum distribution (RMD) notices will be issued more…
NARFE Recommends Federal Pay Raise of 3.8%
In response to the 2026 pay raise announcement, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association is recommends a 2027 federal pay increase of 3.8% stating federal pay rates already lag private-sector pay rates by about 25% more…
The Top Regrets of Federal Employees in 2025
Chris Kowalik gives you a “do-over” list to regain control in 2026 that will get you clear about your retirement numbers and options, and uncover financial decisions you have been avoiding more…