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Senators Push to End Federal Pensions for Sex Offenders

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 5, 2026 12:20 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A bipartisan bill introduced in the Senate would stop federal pensions for sex offenders, sparked by high-profile cases like former Congressman Eric Swalwell.

Do Federal Employees Need a TSP Annuity?

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsMay 5, 2026 8:19 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees already have a pension and Social Security, so is converting TSP to guaranteed income solving a problem you don’t have?

Legislation Seeks to End Credit Score Harm Caused by Government Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 4, 2026 11:05 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation seeks to protect federal employees’ credit during government shutdowns.

Pentagon Officer Fired After Forging Coworker’s Sworn Statement

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMay 4, 2026 8:11 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A Pentagon Force Protection Agency officer turned a 5-day suspension into termination after forging a coworker’s sworn statement. See how his appeal turned out.

Smile TSP Investors! TSP Returns Rocket Up in April

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 1, 2026 8:40 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

TSP performance saw a surge in April 2026, with stock funds posting rare double-digit gains amid market relief and strong earnings, but risks still loom.

Congress Finally Resolves DHS Funding Impasse

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 30, 2026 2:25 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The partial government shutdown within the Department of Homeland Security is finally over.

Should You Take the Federal Buyout? A Guide to VERA and VSIP in 2026

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 30, 2026 8:14 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A VERA or VSIP offer can seem like a golden ticket, but early retirement comes with permanent reductions to your pension, TSP, and Social Security.

Performance Appraisal: Draining the Swamp?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 29, 2026 12:19 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The latest step in implementing changes for schedule policy/career classification employees is a new OPM memo addressing performance appraisal.

The Retirement Spending Smile: Why Expenses Fall—and Then Rise Again

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterApr 29, 2026 8:25 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Research shows retirement spending doesn’t simply decline—it dips in the middle years, then rises again. Here’s what that means for your financial plan.

How Does the TSP Grow? Multi-Billion Dollar Yearly Rollovers Are Significant

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 28, 2026 12:24 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP draws billions in annual rollovers, with most using a rollover concierge service as federal employees consolidate 401(k) and IRA assets.

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May 4, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8731 +0.04% +1.46%
F Fund $20.8728 -0.32% -0.04%
C Fund $115.6318 -0.40% +5.59%
S Fund $109.1196 -0.34% +8.68%
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L 2035 $18.6651 -0.24% +5.58%
L 2040 $71.8065 -0.27% +5.93%
L 2045 $19.9260 -0.29% +6.24%
L 2050 $44.2732 -0.31% +6.55%
L 2055 $23.0836 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2060 $23.0808 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2065 $23.0779 -0.35% +7.72%
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