Leaping Before Looking: A Federal Employee’s Biggest Retirement Mistake
Can you retire? As the author illustrates, you need to have a solid plan in place in order to have a successful retirement.
Author: Anthony Bucci
Defense Wins Championships. So Do Emergency Funds
A good defense is just as important as a good offense, and as the author illustrates, this applies to personal finance as well as football.
Why Do We Hate Talking About Money?
The author looks at reasons why he says people are likely reluctant to talk about money.
President Biden’s Pen and What It Means for You
A number of new regulations have been issued since President Biden took office. The author summarizes some of the key changes.
Why Isn’t the Roth TSP More Popular?
Data from the TSP show that the Roth option is far less popular than the traditional. The author discusses why this may be the case.
The TSP is Cheap, Unless You Are Retired
Distribution rules under the TSP can create an unanticipated expense for retirees making regular withdrawals if the stock market drops suddenly.
Investing is Like Riding a Rollercoaster, and it Shouldn’t Be Any Other Way
The ups and downs of the stock market can make for some emotional times, but those who enjoy the long-term ride are rewarded.
Why Haven’t You Put Your House Up For Sale Yet?
Federal employees may have seen their TSP balances drop recently, but the author offers advice on how to maintain a calm, long-term perspective.
The Fog of War: Lessons from Napoleon’s Defeat at Waterloo in Our Investment Battle Against COVID-19
Is your financial plan battle tested? The author describes how the “fog of war” can impair your financial decisions.
TSP Distribution Rules and the Coronavirus Don’t Mix
The author says that the new TSP distribution rules can exacerbate losses in a stock market downturn.
