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Get the latest federal employee pay news, including updates on federal pay raises, GS pay scale changes, locality pay, and federal compensation policy. Stay informed on TSP news, TSP fund performance, contribution limits, and investment updates. This category also covers FEHB premiums, FEGLI rates, FEDVIP dental and vision benefits, and major OPM policy changes, federal workforce legislation, and other developments that impact federal employee pay, benefits, and take‑home compensation.

Evidence for the Buy and Hold Investment Approach

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterApr 25, 2024 1:48 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Research shows that investors usually suffer when they try to time the market. How can federal employees apply this to the TSP?

Annual Leave for Federal Employees: Accumulation and Retirement

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeApr 24, 2024 1:43 PM Categories Pay & Benefits
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How does annual leave impact a federal employee’s retirement? How does it accumulate, and in what situations can it be restored?

IRS Tax Penalty Jumps to 8%; A Big Surprise is Coming to Millions of Americans

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleApr 24, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Inflation has driven up tax penalty interest rates which may come as a shock to millions of taxpayers.

TSP Funds Dropping in April

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 23, 2024 11:41 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

New records are being set by the TSP. Here is an update on TSP fund performance and some of the records cited by the TSP in its latest release.

Why Every Federal Employee Should Consider a High Deductible Health Plan

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiApr 22, 2024 7:30 AM | Updated: Apr 23, 2024 10:28 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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High deductible health plans within the FEHB can be a great way for federal employees to save on insurance costs.

OPM Cracking Down on Ineligible FEHB Enrollees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 19, 2024 7:50 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM announced new requirements to eliminate ineligible FEHB enrollees.

Can We Double Our TSP in 10 Years?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzApr 18, 2024 9:21 AM | Updated: Dec 20, 2024 11:49 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Q&A Leave a comment

Can your TSP account be doubled in 10 years? An analysis of one couple’s situation evaluates the possibility.

What Happens to Your TSP If You Die?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 16, 2024 7:55 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What happens to a federal employee’s TSP account upon his or her death?

Should You Transfer Out of the TSP?

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleApr 8, 2024 10:50 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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These are pros and cons of reasons why federal employees might consider moving money out of the TSP.

Why Your TSP Employer Match is Worth More Than You Think

By Tyler WeerdenApr 4, 2024 1:51 PM | Updated: Jul 24, 2024 4:02 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Federal employees who aren’t taking advantage of the full TSP match are missing out on free money.

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Daily TSP Performance

March 6, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.7373 +0.01% +0.76%
F Fund $21.0624 -0.10% +0.86%
C Fund $108.0667 -1.31% -1.32%
S Fund $100.4526 -1.91% +0.04%
I Fund $57.9747 -1.16% +4.47%
L Income $29.4865 -0.36% +0.83%
L 2030 $58.6081 -0.76% +0.88%
L 2035 $17.8364 -0.88% +0.89%
L 2040 $68.3919 -0.96% +0.89%
L 2045 $18.9246 -1.03% +0.90%
L 2050 $41.9261 -1.10% +0.90%
L 2055 $21.6230 -1.32% +0.90%
L 2060 $21.6206 -1.32% +0.90%
L 2065 $21.6180 -1.32% +0.90%
L 2070 $12.8127 -1.32% +0.90%
L 2075 $11.1920 -1.32% +0.90%
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