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Stay informed with the latest federal employee retirement news, including updates on FERS and CSRS, retirement eligibility rules, OPM retirement processing, and TSP performance as it relates to long‑term retirement planning. This category covers annual COLA updates, TSP news, survivor benefits, military service credit, retirement application guidance, and major OPM policy changes or federal legislation that could affect federal retirement benefits. Find clear, timely information to help current and former federal employees navigate retirement planning, benefit calculations, and post‑retirement considerations.

When You Retire, Should You Move?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 21, 2005 8:18 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Retirement opens up numerous options. One option is the freedom to live where you want. Should you take advantage of this freedom? Here are some of the considerations.

Some Feds Apprehensive About Retirement; Some Grateful for Federal Retirement Program

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 12, 2005 7:18 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Some readers are looking forward to a happy early retirement. Others are anxious and some are upset their career plans have not led to ample savings to enjoy retirement after working for Uncle Sam

Are You Planning for Retirement or Just Planning to Retire?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 6, 2005 7:41 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Are you planning for retirement or just planning to retire someday?

Retirement Association Changes Name, Not Acronym

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 29, 2005 7:25 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Retirement association changes name, but not acronym…

Retirement Gives You Freedom. Can You Handle It?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 8, 2005 7:44 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Are you ready for the freedom you will have in retirement? Will you have a purpose after leaving your federal career?

When Should You Retire?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 4, 2005 7:49 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

When is the best time to retire? As soon as possible.

OPM Faces Challenges Implementing Federal Retirement Systems Modernization Effort

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 1, 2005 6:49 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

OPM has much work to do to keep retirement systems modernization effort on schedule

Stocks Plunge–How About Your TSP Investment?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 23, 2005 7:16 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Stocks took a major dip yesterday with concerns about a falling dollar and federal budget deficits. How will this impact your TSP investments?

Your Best Date to Retire in 2005

By Tammy FlanaganFeb 4, 2005 7:12 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What is the best day to retire in 2005? It depends on several factors. This article describes the factors readers need to consider before deciding.

Avoiding the Retirement Nightmare

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 20, 2005 8:06 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

There are several possible scenarios that can destroy your retirement plans. Here are some of the common problems and possible solutions to them.

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Daily TSP Performance

May 1, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8657 +0.01% +1.42%
F Fund $20.9401 +0.12% +0.28%
C Fund $116.0963 +0.29% +6.01%
S Fund $109.4965 +0.40% +9.05%
I Fund $61.5532 -0.18% +10.92%
L Income $30.1996 +0.05% +3.27%
L 2030 $61.0590 +0.09% +5.10%
L 2035 $18.7105 +0.11% +5.83%
L 2040 $71.9984 +0.11% +6.21%
L 2045 $19.9834 +0.12% +6.54%
L 2050 $44.4091 +0.13% +6.88%
L 2055 $23.1647 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2060 $23.1620 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2065 $23.1591 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2070 $13.7260 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2075 $11.9897 +0.14% +8.10%
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