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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.

Inflation Slows and Latest 2026 COLA Projection

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 12, 2025 10:30 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Inflation was lower than projected in February. Federal employees are stressed. TSP prices are down. Here are latest big cuts in a federal agency and projected 2026 COLA.

Why Warren Buffett Is Holding Cash and What Federal Employees Can Learn from It

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerMar 12, 2025 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Warren Buffett is holding a lot of cash right now. What can federal employees learn from this?

Are You Ready for Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMar 11, 2025 1:05 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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These are some practical steps federal employees can take to ensure their retirement readiness.

How Could the March 13, 2025, Deadline Affect Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Randy SilveyBy Randy SilveyMar 11, 2025 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The Trump administration is working to cut waste in government, but there are implications for the federal employees whose lives are impacted.

Can Unused Sick Leave Increase Your Retirement Eligibility Age?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 7, 2025 11:08 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What impact does unused sick leave have on a federal employee’s retirement eligibility?

How to Calculate FERS Federal Disability Retirement Benefits

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeMar 6, 2025 3:20 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What are the eligibility requirements for FERS disability retirement and how is it calculated?

Understanding the Costs and Downsides of Retiring Early

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiMar 6, 2025 12:40 PM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:15 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Early retirement is can be appealing for federal employees, but it has some potential downsides.

Is It Better to Retire or Work Longer at Age 57 With 30 Years of Service?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 3, 2025 9:30 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Upon reaching age 57 with 30 years of service, does it make more financial sense for a federal employee to retire or keep working?

Understanding Federal Retirement Options: Deferred Resignation, VERA, Postponed Retirement, and Deferred Retirement

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiFeb 27, 2025 2:10 PM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:15 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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What retirement options are available for federal employees who may be considering leaving federal service?

Retroactive Payments Begin for Individuals Impacted by WEP, GPO

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 25, 2025 8:02 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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SSA has begun issuing retroactive payments under the Social Security Fairness Act. Here is the projected timeline.

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Daily TSP Performance

May 12, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.0578 +0.04% +1.62%
F Fund $19.8300 -0.39% +1.81%
C Fund $92.7476 +3.27% -0.19%
S Fund $87.5620 +3.74% -2.87%
I Fund $46.7321 +0.79% +11.54%
L Income $27.3628 +0.66% +2.33%
L 2025 $14.0803 +0.69% +2.32%
L 2030 $51.9531 +1.47% +2.99%
L 2035 $15.6739 +1.61% +3.08%
L 2040 $59.6166 +1.75% +3.17%
L 2045 $16.3828 +1.87% +3.24%
L 2050 $36.0503 +1.99% +3.31%
L 2055 $18.1937 +2.43% +3.47%
L 2060 $18.1914 +2.43% +3.47%
L 2065 $18.1890 +2.43% +3.47%
L 2070 $10.7801 +2.43% +3.48%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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