Federal Pension Advice and Insights

Jul 4, 2025

In 2026, federal employees will not receive a general pay raise, as outlined in the latest White House budget proposal. While the absence of a cost-of-living increase dominates headlines, it’s far from the whole story.

Jul 3, 2025

So what’s changing, how could it affect you, and what steps should you take now? This guide breaks down the updates, explains the risks, and helps you prepare for your retirement future with clarity and confidence.

Jul 2, 2025

Inflation is easing, but higher Medicare premiums may cancel out benefit gains for millions of Americans.

Jul 1, 2025

Federal employees working in the Miami area can expect a pay increase in 2025. The updated General Schedule (GS) pay scale includes a proposed 2.0% average raise

Jun 27, 2025

As of July 2025, the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and the United States Postal Service (USPS) have finalised implementation dates for wage increases and retroactive back pay agreed to under the 2021-2024 collective bargaining agreement.

Jun 26, 2025

The Biden administration’s fiscal year president's budget request 2026 does not include a pay raise for federal employees, continuing the pay freeze already in place for 2025.

Jun 25, 2025

The General Schedule (GS) pay scale for 2025 in Florida, as with all U.S. states, is based on the Federal Pay Tables released by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

Jun 25, 2025

As of 2025, many federal retirees are asking the same question: “Should I keep FEGLI after retirement?”

Jun 23, 2025

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is the premier retirement savings program for federal employees and military personnel. With low fees, tax advantages, and diversified investment options, the TSP is a powerful tool for building long-term wealth.

Jun 20, 2025

Retiring early as a federal employee comes with unique benefits and one of the most critical is the Federal Employee Social Security Supplement. Often misunderstood, this supplemental income helps bridge the gap between retirement and Social Security eligibility. But proposed legislation could bring big changes.

Jun 19, 2025

FERS special, also known as the FERS Annuity Supplement or Special Retirement Supplement (SRS), is an additional retirement benefit for certain federal employees who retire before age 62, designed to supplement their income until they are eligible for Social Security benefits.

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.