Can I Contribute to Both the Roth TSP and a Roth IRA in the Same Year?
Can I contribute the max to my Roth TSP and also $6,000 to a Roth IRA in the same year?
Retirement
News on retirement for federal employees: FERS, CSRS, TSP, COLAs and more.
Be Smart in Choosing Medical Treatment for Disability Retirement
Seeking appropriate medical care is an important part of the FERS Disability Retirement application process.
Retiring? Use Your Annual Leave Lump Sum to Build a Certificate of Deposit Ladder
Your annual leave at retirement is an opportunity to start that emergency fund you’ve been neglecting.
5 Retirement Planning Tips for Mid-Career Federal Employees
What should federal employees in the middle of their careers be thinking about regarding retirement planning?
Audit Finds GPO Shortchanging Seniors
An audit conducted by the SSA OIG found that some retirees impacted by GPO may be losing out on additional retirement benefits. Here is how to reclaim your benefits.
Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA, and Why TSP Dropped Dramatically in One Day
The 2022 inflation rate is rising rapidly. Here is why the TSP funds have fallen sharply and what it all means for the 2023 COLA estimate.
Protecting Your TSP Account From the “What Ifs” of Life
It’s good to consider “what ifs” for when life takes unexpected turns. Here are a couple of strategies to help safeguard your TSP.
Despite 7% Drop in May, OPM Retirement Backlog Still Over 32k
A nice reduction was made to the OPM retirement backlog in May 2022, but the total figure is still over 32,000.
Staying Seated During Economic Turbulence
Stock market volatility has been big in 2022. The author explains what is behind it as well as tips on how to keep your cool.
FERS Retirement Timeline: What to Expect from OPM
It takes OPM a long time to process a federal employee’s retirement application. What should you expect, and how long does it usually take?
