2023 Federal Pay Raise Update: FAIR Act Suggests 5.1%, + New Minimum Wage
The FAIR Act was introduced on Capitol Hill, giving the first indication to feds for what next year’s raise will be. Also, the president raised the minimum wage for federal…
TSP Takes Hit After Stock Market Enters Correction Territory
The stock funds in the Thrift Saving Plan (TSP) have been rattled by the stock market’s volatile month.
Recap of Busy Month for Federal Employees
An update on the 2023 Federal Pay Raise, vaccination mandate stalled by injunction, stock market volatility, and NASA prepares for Artemis program’s first launch.
The S-Fund in the TSP: How Small Is It?
The S-Fund is one of three stock funds in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Read how it works to boost your retirement savings.
Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Umbrella Insurance
STWS Advisor David Fei’s overview of umbrella insurance. Learn why you’ll be thankful you’re covered, should you ever need it.
2022 GSA Reimbursement Rates: Gas, Meals, Lodging, & Incidental Purchases
While the per diem rate for lodging remains unchanged for the second year in a row, the M&IE rate increased to $59 per day. Gas reimbursement rates also went up…
2022 Federal Pay Raise: 2.2% Across the Board, 2.7% Avg, + 2 New Localities
The President, as expected, officially made the 2022 Federal Pay Raise 2.2% across the board. The President’s Pay Agent also approved 2 new localities in the Midwest.
8 Things To Do Right Now For Retirement (Your future self will thank you!)
Start 2022 Off Right- What Feds should do now to set yourself up for financial success in 2022 and Beyond
Thrift Savings Plan Annual Recap: 2021
Jennifer Meyer breaks down what affected your TSP investments in 2021, including a monthly review of December performance