TSP Changes Imminent as TSP Dips, Dives, and Bumps
The TSP has been volatile and significant changes for the TSP are imminent. All TSP Funds are down in 2022 except for the G Fund.
Ralph R. Smith
Bear Growling? One TSP Fund Falls 4% in One Day; Down 17% in 2022
Recent experience impacts future expectations. TSP returns have been very good for the past decade. Here is how TSP investors reacted in previous bear markets.
FLRA Control Returns to Democrats After Senate Confirms Biden Nominee
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of a new Member of the FLRA. Her confirmation returns control of the agency to Democrats.
Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA Prediction, and How Much Your TSP is Declining
The increase in the inflation rate slowed in April but is still rising at a pace not experienced in decades. What is the impact on the 2023 COLA and the TSP?
Top 10 Highest Paying Federal Government Jobs in 2021
Which federal government jobs had the highest average salary in 2021? Which federal employees are the highest-paid in Human Resources Management?
2022 TSP Performance: Worst Start for Stocks Since World War II
The performance of the TSP funds so far in 2022 reflects the worst start for stocks since World War II.
2022 TSP Performance: Two Core Funds Down 10%+. Will Investors Panic And Sell?
The 2022 TSP performance has been disappointing so far in 2022 because of the downward trend in stocks.
Average Federal Employee Salary 2010-2021: $74,307 to $93,773. With No Pay Raise, Retirements Went Up
How much has the average federal employee salary changed? Do pay raises which are less than a COLA influence the number of retirements?
Projecting Your 2023 COLA During Rapid Inflation: Is This New COLA Projection Impacting Your Retirement Plans?
Inflation is going up fast. So are the 2023 COLA estimates. Will this influence your decision about when to retire?
11% Drop in TSP Millionaires. How Does Your Investment Performance Compare?
The number of TSP millionaires dropped 11% in the first quarter of 2022 as the stock market declined.
