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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, annual COLA updates, and more.

Top Federal Retirement Errors and Common Investing Mistakes to Avoid

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeMay 29, 2025 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

It’s important for federal employees to avoid common retirement mistakes that can derail their future retirement plans.

Important Changes to Proposed Benefits Cuts in House-Passed Spending Bill

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 28, 2025 8:46 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The version of the Big Beautiful Bill Act that passed the House contains important changes to proposed cuts to federal employees’ retirement benefits.

Why Federal Employees Often Get Terrible Financial Advice

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 27, 2025 2:04 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees have unique benefits which can often lead to them getting bad advice from financial advisors. These tips can help protect you.

Recent Federal Retirees: Lower Your Medicare Part B Premium With One Form

By Neil Cain and Austin CostelloMay 21, 2025 10:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal retirees can appeal high Medicare Part B premiums via SSA-44 if their income drops post-retirement, ensuring premiums reflect current income.

Why Some of Your Contributions Should Be in Roth TSP

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterMay 20, 2025 2:21 PM | Updated: May 27, 2025 12:08 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees can balance their TSP contributions between Traditional and Roth to optimize tax savings now and tax-free growth later.

How to Strategically Time Your Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 20, 2025 9:49 AM | Updated: May 21, 2025 3:55 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The timing of your retirement can have a big impact on your benefits as a federal employee. These are some important considerations.

Federal Employee Benefits Cuts: What’s In, What’s Out in Latest Legislative Proposal

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 19, 2025 12:43 PM | Updated: May 21, 2025 4:13 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Important changes were made to proposed cuts to federal employees’ retirement benefits after the House Budget Committee advanced the latest bill.

Federal Retirement Reforms: Winners, Losers, and the Bottom Line

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 19, 2025 7:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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A new CBO report analyzes the proposed cuts to federal employees’ retirement benefits and their estimated impact on the federal deficit.

Pension Reform Showdown: Lawmakers Oppose FERS Contribution Hike

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 16, 2025 6:47 PM | Updated: May 29, 2025 10:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Opposition to proposed retirement benefits cuts for federal employees among House lawmakers may put the legislative proposal in jeopardy.

Additional Details Regarding Proposed Cuts to Federal Employee Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 15, 2025 8:45 AM | Updated: May 16, 2025 5:24 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Details continue to emerge about proposed cuts to federal employees’ retirement benefits.

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Daily TSP Performance

June 17, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.1403 +0.01% +2.06%
F Fund $20.0312 +0.34% +2.84%
C Fund $95.1138 -0.83% +2.35%
S Fund $88.6043 -0.84% -1.72%
I Fund $48.3430 -1.00% +15.39%
L Income $27.6563 -0.21% +3.42%
L 2025 $14.2357 -0.22% +3.45%
L 2030 $52.9030 -0.51% +4.87%
L 2035 $15.9819 -0.56% +5.11%
L 2040 $60.8681 -0.61% +5.34%
L 2045 $16.7455 -0.66% +5.53%
L 2050 $36.8886 -0.70% +5.71%
L 2055 $18.6804 -0.88% +6.24%
L 2060 $18.6781 -0.88% +6.24%
L 2065 $18.6756 -0.88% +6.24%
L 2070 $11.0687 -0.88% +6.26%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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