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If it impacts pay and benefits for federal employees, you’ll find it here. Topics include TSP, FEHB, or pay raises for federal workers.

2022 COLA: Why Are FERS and CSRS Different?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAugust 9, 2021 6:27 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The 2022 COLA will be significant but lower for FERS than for CSRS. Here are the differences and an explanation for the differences.

When is it a Bad Idea to Give Full Survivor Benefits to Your Spouse?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAugust 5, 2021 2:06 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Are there ever times when it is a bad idea to give full survivor benefits to your spouse?

Using the G Fund to Help Support Uncle Sam

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAugust 3, 2021 6:47 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Federal Government is running out of money. It usually just borrows a lot more. Now, it cannot do that. Here is where the TSP’s G Fund steps in to help.

TSP: Six Straight Months of Gains for C Fund

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 31, 2021 11:25 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The C Fund in the TSP has been up in each of the past six months. Performance is rotating among different markets (and TSP funds). Here is how funds performed in July and through the year.

Stocks and TSP Funds Setting Records

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: July 28, 2021 3:15 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

As stock prices go up, so do returns for TSP investors. Here is how leading TSP funds are faring in 2021.

Using Telework to Make Higher Salary While Living in Different Locality Pay Area

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 26, 2021 9:03 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

If an employee is engaging in a work situation using telework, and is outside the locality pay area for the office, will the employee receive locality pay?

Adjusting Federal Benefits Elections To Meet Your Needs

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyJuly 23, 2021 12:18 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

If you do not specify beneficiaries for your federal benefits, you may find they do not get paid as you would have liked upon your death.

Survey: Do You Favor or Oppose Adding a Mutual Fund Window to the TSP?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 21, 2021 11:21 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Do you favor or oppose a mutual fund window for TSP investors? Take this quick survey and submit your opinion.

How to Tackle Student Debt for Early Career Feds

FedSmith.com author Greg KlinglerBy Greg KlinglerJuly 20, 2021 9:02 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

These are some strategies for new federal employees for dealing with their student loan debts.

Mutual Fund Window, ESG Funds, and the Thrift Savings Plan

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 19, 2021 5:50 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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ESG investing is an investment catchword. Mutual funds in the TSP will open up these investment opportunities and create greater risk and rewards.

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Daily TSP Rates

July 1, 2022

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $16.9300 +0.01% +1.16%
F Fund $18.9074 +0.68% -9.48%
C Fund $58.1977 +1.06% -19.11%
S Fund $61.0308 +1.48% -26.86%
I Fund $31.9617 -0.02% -18.96%
L Income $22.3985 +0.22% -4.63%
L 2025 $11.1860 +0.34% -8.67%
L 2030 $38.1436 +0.49% -12.46%
L 2035 $11.3173 +0.53% -13.76%
L 2040 $42.3304 +0.58% -15.00%
L 2045 $11.4714 +0.62% -16.10%
L 2050 $24.8845 +0.66% -17.12%
L 2055 $11.9123 +0.73% -19.96%
L 2060 $11.9114 +0.73% -19.96%
L 2065 $11.9104 +0.74% -19.97%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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