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Federal Employee Retirement

Federal employee retirement news: news about retirement related topics as it pertains to employees of the federal government. Topics include FERS, CSRS, the latest TSP performance, 2023 COLA update and more.

Retirement May Pay More than Working

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 15, 2006 8:00 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Many Federal retirees are on track for a 2.9% increase next year–and the figure is likely to be higher by the end of September.

Can a Lower Paid Employee Save Enough for Retirement? Here is One Example

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 18, 2006 7:58 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

FedSmith spoke to a man who makes less than most federal employees but follows a plan that should work for anyone wanting a secure retirement.

Fed Gets Bill from OPM for $18,112

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApril 14, 2006 7:58 AM Categories Current Events, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

A federal employee on disability retirement has to follow the rules regarding “being restored to earning capacity.” This federal employee got a bill from OPM for over $18,000.

Working Toward Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApril 10, 2006 7:36 AM Categories Current Events, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

An employee who worked for the Navy for 22 years was apparently surprised when he applied for retirement and found he was not eligible.

Are You a ‘Phish?’

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 20, 2006 8:12 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

TSP investors are not immune to scams from people who see a big pot of money and would like to have some of it.

Are You Ready for Changing After Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 16, 2006 8:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Planning for retirement requires thinking through several phases of life you are likely to encounter after leaving government service.

Uncle Sam as an Employer: Attractive Prospects But Execution is Questionable

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 16, 2006 8:51 AM Categories Current Events, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Will the federal government be attractive as an employer to new college graduates? There are some bright spots and some good opportunities for Uncle Sam’s recruiters. Will the hiring process be able to meet the challenge or will it result in taking people that were turned down elsewhere?

Bribery, Politics and Federal Pension Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 2, 2006 8:51 AM Categories Current Events, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

When Congress passes legislation to stop the corruption, or at least stop the perception of corruption, will the pensions of a small number of federal employees be affected?

Getting By or Living High After Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 1, 2006 9:18 AM Categories Current Events, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

How well can you expect to live after your retirement from government service? Here are a couple of illustrations.

Looking for a Warm, Sunny Retirement Haven?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 25, 2006 8:22 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Do you have realistic plans for your retirement? Think about your lifestyle preferences and check out an area before pulling up stakes and moving. You may save yourself a lot of money and disappointment.

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Daily TSP Performance

December 8, 2023

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $17.9118 +0.01% +3.93%
F Fund $18.7198 -0.41% +2.81%
C Fund $71.7290 +0.41% +21.77%
S Fund $72.0139 +0.68% +17.04%
I Fund $38.4741 +0.16% +13.35%
L Income $24.5509 +0.08% +7.44%
L 2025 $12.4780 +0.11% +9.23%
L 2030 $43.9662 +0.20% +12.52%
L 2035 $13.1400 +0.21% +13.34%
L 2040 $49.5171 +0.23% +14.16%
L 2045 $13.5009 +0.25% +14.86%
L 2050 $29.4773 +0.27% +15.58%
L 2055 $14.4863 +0.36% +18.13%
L 2060 $14.4845 +0.36% +18.13%
L 2065 $14.4826 +0.36% +18.13%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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