Federal Report
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If you guessed that some people are hopping mad over the plan to freeze federal pay but defrost social security taxes you would be correct, says Senior Correspondent Mike Causey. And how.
December 13, 2010 -
How would you like a pay freeze and a two percent raise at the same time. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey says that\'s what may happen to a large chunk of the federal workforce.
December 10, 2010 -
Despite the White House proposed pay freeze, thousands of white collar workers are due a 3 percent raise over the next two years. But Senior Correspondent Mike Causey says those little known longevity step increases have been discovered by congressional budget-cutters.
December 09, 2010 -
Buying a health plan simply because it has low premiums can be a big mistake unless: you have been dropped from your parents federal health plan; you are the ex-spouse of a federal worker or retiree or you are currently piggybacking on your nonfederal spouses health insurance. In that case, says Senior Correspondent Mike Causey, expensive can still be cheap.
December 08, 2010 -
Open Season 2010 is quickly coming to a close. December 13 is the last day for feds to make changes to their health care plans. David Snell from the National Active & Retired Federal Employees group joins us to talk about the best health plan deals for feds and retirees. December 8, 2010
December 07, 2010 -
Picking the right health plan next year is important if you are 30 and healthy. But if you are over 55 or retired it could be a matter of financial life-or-death. And your health insurance hunting season ends next Monday. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey lists the best buys for retirees.
December 07, 2010 -
With one week left to shop for health insurance you still have time to save yourself a lot of money next year or do nothing and maybe live to regret it. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey\'s got some tips on getting the best deal.
December 06, 2010 -
Next year you\'ll be asked to pay 2011 health premiums using your frozen 2010 pay check. That will mean an actual drop in income unless, as Senior Correspondent Mike Causey says, you pick up a bargain health plan between now and December 13.
December 02, 2010 -
Will the proposed federal pay freeze hamper the hunt for the best and brightest and clog the promotion pipeline in your office. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey says it could very well happen.
December 01, 2010 -
The proposed federal pay freeze has left feds with a lot of questions. We get an update from Jessica Klement with the Federal Managers Association. Walton Francis also joins us for a look at the best health plans for you this open season. December 1, 2010
November 30, 2010 -
Federal workers aren\'t the only people who will feel the impact of the president\'s proposed two-year pay freeze. It could also impact federal unions, government contractors and even some people who work in foreign embassies based in Washington.
November 30, 2010 -
Are you too busy to shop for health insurance? So busy you can afford to make a $2,000 mistake by paying for something you don\'t need? Senior Correspondent Mike Causey offers a two-minute shopping guide.
November 29, 2010 -
What does the sea change election mean for federal workers? Senior Correspondent Mike Causey says possibilities include a diet-pay raise, possible furloughs with White House backing and a new effort to get rid of poor performers.
November 26, 2010 -
This is one of those very special warm and fuzzy holidays so today Senior Correspondent Mike Causey gets about as warm and fuzzy as you would like. And don\'t worry, it\'s okay if the kids see this column.
November 25, 2010 -
Market timing - deciding when the stock market is low and knowing when it\'s high and time to sell - is not exactly rocket science. Or is it? Senior Correspondent Mike Causey tackles the pros and cons today.
November 24, 2010