Flex offers rent payment help for federal workers

Welcome to the 2nd Longest Government Shutdown in U.S. History. But some lawmakers are working. Several new bills are being proposed that could directly impact how this shutdown plays out. You might be thinking: Why not take that same energy and actually end the shutdown? Fair question. But since that’s not happening today, let’s look at what’s on the table 👇 ⚖️ 1. Shutdown Fairness Act Sounds nice, right? This bill provides immediate pay and benefits for excepted federal workers, those working without pay. But it doesn’t include 700k+ furloughed workers. Democrats are calling that unfair, and they might have a point. 💵 2. Fair Pay for Federal Contractors This one covers back pay for federal contractors, janitors, security workers, and others affected by agency closures. It would cover up to $1,442 per week (about $5,700 a month). The logic: the shutdown is a political failure, not a worker performance or profit failure. 🧾 3. No Budget, No Pay Act A fan favorite, at least among voters. It says: If the government shuts down, members of Congress don’t get paid either. Seems fair, right? But it’s unlikely to pass. 🏦 4. Emergency Relief for Federal Workers Act This one actually makes sense and has bipartisan potential. It allows federal workers to access their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) funds without penalties during a shutdown longer than two weeks. It also pauses TSP loan repayments while the government is closed. In short: let workers access their own money when the government isn’t paying them. 🏠 5. Federal Employee Civil Relief Act Provides a temporary pause on evictions, foreclosures, repossessions, credit score hits, and student loan defaults. Coverage lasts through the shutdown plus 30 days. A small lifeline for thousands of families living in uncertainty. At this point, the continuing resolution has already failed in the Senate 12 times, and some lawmakers are still giving 20-hour speeches while federal workers go without pay. There’s speculation that this could end before November 1st, but if not, these bills could become critical. And even if it doesn't ends soon, … another shutdown isn’t far off. #shutdown #govtjobs #news

Understanding the difference between excess allocations and inadvertent overpayments under SECURE 2.0 is crucial for plan sponsors. Make sure excess amounts are corrected promptly to stay compliant and protect participants—whether it’s forfeiting employer sources, correcting salary deferrals, or addressing overpayment failures. Read more in our latest blog from Maria Hurd, CPA: https://bit.ly/42XRzvs

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Payday feels great — until two weeks later when you’re wondering “where did all my money go?” 😅 Here are 3 simple things you can do immediately after your salary hits to take control of your finances: 1️⃣ Pay yourself first – Move 10–20% to savings or investments before touching anything else. 2️⃣ Clear essential bills – Rent, utilities, transport. Automate them if you can. 3️⃣ Budget the rest – Allocate what remains across needs, wants, and goals. Consistency in these small steps is what builds long-term financial freedom. 🌱 Remember: It’s not how much you earn, it’s how you manage what you earn. ✅ What’s the first thing you do when your paycheck arrives? 👇 #PersonalFinance #FinancialWellness #MoneyManagement #KenyaFinance #BudgetingTips #CareerGrowth #LinkedInKenya #PaydayTips #wealthymanagement #wealthcreation.

Just when you think the financials are hard enough for small businesses... 1 July 2026: New Payday Super legislation has been passed. From 1 July 2026, employers must deposit employees’ superannuation into their accounts within seven business days of each payday. This change will create new financial challenges for businesses due to the increased frequency of payments.

Are you leaving free money on the table? Max out your 401(k) and double-check how your employer match works. Confirm match timing: is it per paycheck or an annual true-up? If it’s per paycheck, don’t front-load and miss match dollars. Spread contributions across remaining pay periods. If there’s a true-up, front-loading is usually fine. Check payroll cutoffs for year-end and set bonus deferrals if needed. Age 50+ can add catch-up contributions. A few small tweaks now can mean more match and more invested for your future.

Are you leaving free money on the table? Max out your 401(k) and double-check how your employer match works. Confirm match timing: is it per paycheck or an annual true-up? If it’s per paycheck, don’t front-load and miss match dollars. Spread contributions across remaining pay periods. If there’s a true-up, front-loading is usually fine. Check payroll cutoffs for year-end and set bonus deferrals if needed. Age 50+ can add catch-up contributions. A few small tweaks now can mean more match and more invested for your future.

How to Put Your Kids on Payroll (The Right Way in 2025) Putting your kids on payroll isn’t a loophole. It’s a smart, legal way to reduce your tax bill, but only if you do it correctly. Here’s how to do it in 2025 without red flags: 1. They must be doing real work 2. You must pay a reasonable wage for the work 3. You must document hours + tasks 4. You must actually pay them 5. You must issue a W-2 (or file accordingly) Do it right → pay your child + reduce your taxable income. Do it wrong → trigger an audit.

The federal government has approved an 85% increase in the house rental ceiling for federal employees, according to official sources. The decision was endorsed by the federal cabinet on a summary moved by the Ministry of Housing and Works. The revised ceiling will apply uniformly to employees from Grade 1 to Grade 22, offering relief in the wake of rising living cost. Sources said the increase will benefit hundreds of government employees, though it is expected to impose an estimated Rs12 billion additional annual burden on the national exchequer. The move is part of a broader review of government allowances to adjust compensation in line with inflationary pressures and market housing rates. Earlier, on Thursday, the Ministry of Finance unveiled the Federal Government Receipts and Payments Rules 2025, a new policy that entitles federal government employees to a house building advance. According to an official memorandum, employees from Grade 1 to 16 are classified as 'staff', who may now obtain a house building advance equivalent to 36 months of their basic salary. Officers in Grade 17 and above will be eligible for an advance equal to 24 months of their basic salary. The ministry stated that payments will be processed according to the 2025 rules whenever applications for house building advances are submitted. The combined revisions to allowances and loan eligibility are aimed at easing financial pressure on government employees at a time of persistent inflation and soaring housing costs.

Wage garnishments don’t have to slow down your payroll. 💼 With PayKidz, small businesses can manage child support obligations efficiently through automated payments, clear documentation, and simplified compliance. ✅ Less paperwork. ✅ Less stress. ✅ More time for your team.  Learn more in our FAQ: link in comments #PayKidz #SmallBusinessSupport #PayrollSimplified #SmartSolutions #WageGarnishmentHelp