In the Federal Government, layoffs are called reduction in force (RIF) actions. When an agency must abolish positions, the RIF regulations determine whether an employee keeps their present position or whether the employee has a right to a different position. Being...
Whether you accepted the deferred resignation offer, retire from federal service, or your position is ultimately eliminated, there are five things every federal employee should know before they separate from service: 1. What type of Retirement are you eligible for...
What is VERA? VERA, often called an “early out,” stands for Voluntary Early Retirement Authority and allows eligible FERS employees to retire earlier than they normally could under standard retirement rules. It’s a tool agencies use during...
Since news of the deferred resignation program first emerged, many federal employees have wondered if negative changes could also be coming to the Thrift Savings Plan and how they could be impacted. In this article, we will examine the advantages and disadvantages of...
What could change with the TSP under this administration? The President of the United States can influence changes to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) indirectly through legislative action or by signing bills passed by Congress. However, direct authority to make changes...
Are you prepared to go months in retirement without full pay? Processing your annuity cannot begin until after your date of separation from your agency for retirement. Your agency will complete your retirement package and submit it to the payroll office, then issue...
