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 Government Efficiency, or DOGE. There are plenty of changes in the works under this agency, but its main...
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.
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 (DOGE). You’re not alone. The new Elon Musk-led department has proposed a Voluntary Early Retirement Authority...
When and How You’ll Get Your Federal Disability Retirement Payments
If your health has taken an unexpected turn and you’re facing a disabling medical condition, the last thing you should be worried about is how to make ends meet. But that’s the reality for many federal employees struggling with a medical condition. If the fear of...
USPS Workers: Your Health Benefits Are Changing in 2025 – Get the Basics Here
If you’re a USPS employee, there are significant changes to your health benefits coming in 2025. Understanding what’s changing is crucial to making informed decisions about your health care, so we’ve distilled the situation down into an easy-to-understand reference...
Resources for Transitioning from Active Work to Disability Retirement
Leaving a job isn’t just about packing up a desk and closing a chapter—it’s about stepping away from a piece of who you are. For federal employees, the transition from active work to Federal Disability Retirement can feel like losing a part of your identity. It’s...
Essential Insights on Federal Disability Retirement: What You Need to Know
Are you feeling trapped in your federal job due to a medical condition? Don't lose hope - there's a way out. Federal Disability Retirement offers federal employees an early retirement option if they can no longer fulfill the essential duties of their position. It is...
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