Understanding how many paychecks are in a year biweekly is important for budgeting and retirement planning. Most biweekly schedules result in 26 paychecks, while some years offer 27 due to calendar timing. Federal Pension Advisors explains how this impacts income planning, savings strategies, and long-term financial decisions for employees. https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/2026-payroll-calendar-how-many-paychecks-in-a-year-biweekly-2026