Federal Pension Advice and Insights

Dec 27, 2024

The **WASHINGTON-BALTIMORE-ARLINGTON, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA** GS locality is one of 53 GS locality areas used to calculate cost-of-living pay adjustments for federal government employees.

Dec 26, 2024

Yes, you can name a charity as 401(k) beneficiary, and for many people, a traditional 401(k) can be one of the most tax-efficient assets to leave to a nonprofit. A qualified 501(c)(3) charity pays no income tax on the money it inherits from a traditional 401(k).

Dec 23, 2024

The main ADP 401(k) plan benefits may include payroll-integrated contributions, automatic enrollment features, plan-selected investment options, compliance support for employers, and professional plan administration.

Dec 20, 2024

Nurses are essential to the healthcare system, providing care and support to patients every day.

Dec 18, 2024

Starting January 1, 2025, the U.S. Postal Service is introducing the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program, a new health insurance initiative tailored specifically for Postal Service employees, retirees, and their eligible family members.

Dec 16, 2024

Find the number on the fers sick leave chart that is closest to your sick leave balance.. If your exact balance isn't listed, round up to the nearest number on the fers sick leave conversion chart.

Dec 12, 2024

How many retirees are under csrs? About half of retired federal workers and their surviving dependents receive benefits from the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS).

Dec 6, 2024

One of the most exciting phases in life is retirement. You spent years being dedicated to your career and can now enter into a new phase of life, full of possibilities with personal fulfillment.

Dec 5, 2024

The IRS announced a nice increase to the maximum hsa contribution limits 2025. The limit is $4,300 if you are single.

Dec 4, 2024

The standard deduction for 2025 is a crucial factor in determining how much of your income is tax-free. Every year, the IRS adjusts the standard deduction to keep up with inflation, and for 2025, these changes could impact your tax planning.

Dec 3, 2024

When most people hear about the highest paid federal employees, the reaction is immediate: “They must be financially set for life.”

Dec 2, 2024

Are you a federal employee in California? If so, you’re likely aware that navigating your financial future can feel like solving a puzzle.