Federal worker union calls to end shutdown, pressuring Democrats
The federal government shutdown, the second longest in US history, is nearing the one-month.
Government shutdown
How the government shutdown will impact jobs, Social Security and healthcare
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that about 750,000 employees will be furloughed at a cost per day of $400 million in lost compensation.
7 things retirees need to know about their 2018 tax return
Seniors are more likely to opt for the standard deduction, which increased under the new tax law, but those who want to maximize their deductions have several considerations.
Is phased retirement a good fit for you?
Companies should consider offering older workers the option of taking a phased retirement to enable them to transition to the golden years.
Switching to a new Medicare Advantage plan gets easier
Seniors who intend to get a Medigap policy to supplement their traditional Medicare coverage may have trouble getting one.
How to get by without a paycheck, as shutdown rolls on
Thousands of federal workers who are furloughed or working without pay because of the partial government shutdown should use budgeting to cope with the hard times.
