Readers Say Change in Leadership in Congress is Positive
In a recent poll of FedSmith.com readers, most think the election results are a positive event and that contracting is the most significant issue facing the federal workforce.
In a recent poll of FedSmith.com readers, most think the election results are a positive event and that contracting is the most significant issue facing the federal workforce.
A change in the National Defense Authorization Act will allow some federal employees to make up to $212,000 a year. To get the higher salary, you will have to move.
Settling an unfair labor practice (ULP) filed with the Federal Labor Relations Authority may be confusing as there are several offices available to settle your case. You may not be able to keep track without a scorecard–here is your scorecard that outlines the potential players in a ULP case settlement.
A retired civil service employee may have determined the control of the Senate when she received about 1% of the vote in a very close election race.
From recent headlines, it appears that US stocks are the place to be for your TSP investments in 2006. Take a closer look at the numbers before jumping to conclusions.
Are you living in a “common law” arrangement? Do you want to ensure your husband or wife receives your federal retirement annuity? If you think the conversation will be unpleasant, consider the consequences of not having the conversation.
A new policy has been issued regarding the settlement of unfair labor practice (ULP) allegations against federal agencies. In this article, the author discusses questions raised by the new policy and offers practical advice to agencies when a ULP is filed.
October was a good month for TSP investors. Here is a summary of the results.
IRS has raised the reimbursement rate for the deductible costs of operating a car for business. With the IRS move, GSA is now free to raise the rate for federal employees as well.
Will boomers retire as their parents did? Will there be a retirement tsunami as predicted by OPM? No one knows but here are a few predictions about how boomer mentality, changing technology and the need for qualified employees may come together to create a much different retirement scenario.