Thinking about Deferred Resignation but not sure if it’s the right choice? You’re not alone – the decision can feel overwhelming, and we’ve been getting lots of questions about it. To make things easier, we’ve put together a simple Q&A with the answers you need to help you decide what’s best for you.
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The Federal Employee’s Guide to New Executive Orders and Actions
Since his first day in office, President Trump has been signing executive orders, memos, and plans to reshape the federal workforce, all aimed at creating a more efficient government. So far, this has meant reducing the number of workers and updating old tech that clogs up processes. Things are changing quickly, so here’s a regularly updated guide on the most relevant issues for federal employees.
How DOGE’s Push for Tech Upgrades Could Impact Your Federal Job
If you’ve been reading the news as the administration change takes place, you’ve probably seen that President Donald Trump has established The Department of...
Federal Employees: Should You Accept Deferred Resignation?
If you’re a federal employee, you’ve likely heard of the Trump administration’s new buyout offer called Deferred Resignation, which would allow federal workers who resign by February 6 to continue getting paid through September 30, 2025. But before you decide what to do, it’s important to understand how Deferred Resignation could impact your long-term benefits—especially if you’re dealing with an injury or illness that makes work challenging.
The Hiring Freeze and Return of Schedule F: What Federal Employees Should Know
Since President Trump took office January 20th, he’s done a lot to reshape the way the government works. Many of his executive actions and memos are aimed at a common goal – to make the government more efficient and cut spending. One way of doing this is to reduce the federal workforce; an action that’s likely confusing and frustrating for federal employees.
7 Options for Federal Employees Facing Return to Work Orders
If you’ve been working from home and you’re struggling to get your work done, and you think that returning to work in person wouldn’t be possible, you’re not alone.
Will the New Social Security Fairness Act Affect Your Disability Benefits?
On January 5th, 2025, President Biden signed The Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) into law, but what does that mean, and does it affect you? The SSFA gets rid of two rules – The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) – that were put in place to prevent double-dipping but ended up unfairly reducing Social Security benefits for a lot of federal employees. Now, retirees who get a government pension and also paid into Social Security through other work will get their full Social Security benefits.
Case Study: From Pain to Possibility – Ashley’s Path to a New Beginning
After 25 years with the USPS, Ashley found herself at a crossroads. Chronic pain from repetitive work left her unable to do the job she loved, but giving up...
Case Study: A Career She Loved, A Challenge She Couldn’t Ignore
Imagine dedicating 15 years to a career you love, only to face a medical issue that makes it impossible to continue. That’s what happened to Julia, a federal...
Will VERA and RIFs Impact Your FERS Benefits? Disability Retirement is a Secure Alternative
If you’re a federal employee who’s been reading the news lately, you may be worried about the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency...
How OWCP, SSDI and Disability Retirement Work Together to Replace Lost Income
Getting hurt on the job can be a life-altering experience. Fortunately, you have access to three important benefit programs designed to keep you afloat when you can’t do your job.
Can You Get More than One Disability Benefit at Once? Understanding Offsets
If you’re dealing with a medical condition, navigating disability benefits can feel overwhelming, especially when there’s more than one option available. As a...
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