House Passes Bill to Change Default TSP Investments
A bill that just passed the House would put newly hired federal employees into a new default investment in the Thrift Savings Plan.
Federal Employment Is Not So Bad
The author says that there are many perks that come with being a federal employee, including the almost guaranteed yearly grade and step increases for many employees.. He offers a detailed analysis of the positive impact the federal salary system can have on a federal worker’s pay over the course of a career.
Working with Idiots and Getting Better Results
If you are not seeing the results you expect from political and organizational leaders, then demand the application of better methods.
Locality Pay and the Federal Pay Schedule
Will new locality pay areas be added to the federal GS pay system in 2015? A report from the President’s Pay Agent suggests this will be done but no final decision has been made.
Calculating Your High Three Salary
Does OPM base the CSRS retirement calculation on an employee’s high-three annual BASE PAY or LOCALITY PAY when determining the annual retirement payment?
When Do Wage Grade Employees Get A Pay Increase?
Many prevailing rate employees working under the WG or associated prevailing rate pay schedules have asked when pay increases will be effective in 2014. The author provides some answers.
IRS Employees Suspended for Pro-Obama Activities
The IRS appears to have had numerous problems with employees campaigning for Barack Obama during the last presidential election–and most of the cases are below the public’s radar.
Federal Hiring Declining
A new report from the Partnership for Public Service shows that the number of new hires in the federal workforce has been declining in recent years.
Questions You Should Ask About Your Investments
The Securities and Exchange Commission offers a brochure that is helpful when choosing a financial advisor as well as helping you understand your investments.
Postponing Retirement Under FERS
If I elect a postponed retirement to age 62, will I receive an increased annuity?
