Sequestration and the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
The author suggests that with the impacts from sequestration, now may be a good time to re-assess results from the 2012 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey in identifying a way ahead.
The “Chained CPI” and Your Federal Retirement Package
The “chained CPI” seems more likely than it did when the concept was first announced. What is the chained CPI and how would it impact current and future federal retirees?
Pay Memoranda From OPM
OPM director John Berry issued two supplemental memoranda regarding pay adjustments in response to the president’s executive order that officially acknowledges the extension of the pay freeze through 2013.
2013 Pay Raise is Officially Rescinded
A new executive order and guidance from OPM formally announced the extension of the pay freeze through the end of 2013.
MSPB Disagrees with Agency Decision, Changes Case Law in Response
In a reversal of 30 years of precedent and, arguably the view of the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, the MSPB has changed its case law on an Agency’s obligations in removing employees when the employee refuses a directed reassignment. The author points out that this Board appears on a mission to limit agency discretion despite history and precedent.
Satisfaction with Federal Leadership Declining
A new report from the Partnership for Public Service shows that federal employees’ satisfaction with federal leadership is on the decline.
Unique ‘Gaps’ in Your FERS Retirement Income
Did you know that your FERS retirement income will have some unique twists and turns? Your retirement income will start, stop and change in ways that simply won’t compute in most financial planning calculators. Find out how your income will change, and what it means for your ‘Gap’.
TSP’s C Fund Up More than 10% in 2013
TSP stock funds have all moved up significantly in 2013 as the stock market hit new highs in March.
Chapter 3: Two Winter Get-Aways and Some Mixed Medical Results
FedSmith.com author Steve Oppermann recently found himself facing a frightening and painful series of life events in a second battle with cancer. In his latest article about the experience, he provides an update on his personal story and prognosis.
What Happens to Your Benefits If You Die After You Retire?
The author details what you can expect to happen to your federal benefits if you pass away during retirement.
