Federal Pension Advice and Insights

Jun 18, 2025

The VA Deferred Resignation Program is an option for federal employees—especially those working under the Department of Veterans Affairs—to resign from their job while keeping their federal retirement benefits safe for the future.

Jun 17, 2025

The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently launched a one-time Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) incentive, offering eligible employees a compelling opportunity to step away before the traditional age or service thresholds.

Jun 16, 2025

As a federal employee, your role carries unique responsibilities and risks. Even conscientious professionals can face investigations, disciplinary actions, Bivens lawsuits, or criminal probes for decisions made in the line of duty.

Jun 13, 2025

In an effort to modernize and streamline how the federal government manages personnel security, Trusted Workforce 2.0 (TW 2.0) has become one of the most significant reforms in decades.

Jun 12, 2025

The wildland firefighter pay increase update in 2025 brings long-awaited, permanent pay reform to one of America’s most essential and underappreciated workforces.

Jun 12, 2025

Veterans protest the Trump Administration, VA and government cuts. The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning a reorganization that includes cutting over 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care and other services for millions of veterans

Jun 11, 2025

The 2026 Wage Grade (WG) pay raise provides a 1.0% federal adjustment for prevailing rate employees. Because WG workers are paid hourly, even a modest increase raises overtime, night differential, Sunday, and holiday premium pay. Actual earnings will vary by wage area based on local wage surveys. Understanding how base pay and premium pay interact is key to estimating your total 2026 income.

Jun 10, 2025

Yes the 2025 House-passed reconciliation bill keeps two major FERS changes in place: eliminating the FERS annuity supplement for retirees after Jan 1, 2028, and forcing new hires to choose between civil-service protections or higher pension contributions.

Jun 10, 2025

The IRS has officially raised 401(k) contribution limits for 2025 and this year, the changes are especially important.

Jun 9, 2025

For former federal employees, the concept of reinstatement offers a beacon of hope a chance to return to public service without navigating the competitive hiring process a new.

Jun 6, 2025

As retirement planning becomes increasingly critical in a changing economic landscape, staying informed about upcoming 401(k) contribution limits for 2026 is more important than ever.

Jun 6, 2025

If you are a federal employee or retiree approaching age 65, this question probably sits high on your to-do list: