Q. I see that 2012 will have 27 pay periods. In current and previous years I divide the maximum allowable TSP and catch-up contributions by 26 to calculate my payroll deductions. Is the process the same in 2012, but divide by 27? Or should I stick with 26 pay periods because 2012 will run to Jan. 12, 2013 and so pay period 27 will be in both tax years 2012 and 2013?
A. Pay and reporting schedules are agency-specific, so you’ll have to ask your payroll or HR officer this question.
