Most federal employees are enrolled in FEGLI from the moment they start their job. That automatic enrollment is one of the program’s biggest advantages. There’s no medical exam, no underwriting, just coverage. But convenience at the start does not mean the same...
The complete 2027 federal holiday schedule and pay period calendar for GS employees, keep track of the 26 paydays, all 11 federal holidays, and the best dates to retire in 2027. Quick Summary Federal employees under the GS pay system will receive 26 paychecks in 2027,...
The 2027 federal pay raise has been announced. Here’s what civilian and military federal employees need to know: the percentage, your new GS pay, effective date, and what it means for your retirement. Quick Summary: The White House submitted its 2027...
Learn exactly how the FERS annual leave lump sum payout is calculated, taxed, and timed at federal retirement to maximize your check. Quick Summary When you retire, all unused annual leave is paid out as a single lump-sum check. The payout is based on your hourly...
Quick Summary If you work at the IRS or SSA, you can no longer take advanced leave. This means if a medical emergency, serious illness, or unexpected life event comes up, you cannot borrow against future leave you haven’t earned yet. This article explains what...
Most federal retirees don’t receive their full pension on day one. OPM pays an interim amount while it processes your claim. Here is how that payment is calculated, when it starts, how long it lasts, and how to prepare financially. When you retire from federal...
