TSP Transfers to G Fund Up 249% As Stock Values Decline
As 2022 TSP performance suffers amid a declining stock market, TSP transfers to the G Fund increased 249% in one month. The G Fund is now the largest TSP Fund.
Pay & Benefits
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Congresswoman Hints at Possibility of Hearing Over TSP Problems
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) is still trying to get to the bottom of the recent problems stemming from the rollout of the new TSP website.
Top Considerations for Life and Long-Term Care Insurance (FEGLI and FLTCIP)
What are the differences between life insurance and long term care insurance? Federal employees have two benefits available to meet both of these needs.
Guide to Inheriting a Spousal TSP
What options are available for a TSP account that belongs to a federal employee or retiree who passes away? Here is an overview of the available options.
Congresswoman Wants Meeting With FRTIB Executive Director Over New TSP Website Problems
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) wants to meet with the head of the FRTIB about problems her constituents have had using the new TSP website.
TSP Update: TSP Changes, Overcoming Obstacles and Status
The TSP is implementing major changes. Here are some of the changes, problems encountered, and status of the transition.
Federal Employees Entitled to Sick Leave for Medical Travel After Abortion Ruling
OPM said that federal employees are entitled to sick leave to travel out of state for medical care, just days after the Supreme Court’s decision on abortions.
2023 Federal Pay Raise, Inflation, and Wishful Thinking
What are the prospects for a larger 2023 federal pay raise? Will the highest inflation in 40 years have an impact?
FRTIB Responds to Congresswoman’s Inquiry Into Problems With New TSP Website
One Congresswoman sought answers about problems related to the new TSP website and what was being done to fix them. This is the response she received.
It’s an “Official” Bear Market
The S&P 500 has officially entered a bear market. These are some important concepts for federal employees to consider as they analyze their financial plans.
