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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.

Should You Stay in the TSP in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 8, 2024 8:37 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are some advantages and disadvantages of leaving your retirement savings in the TSP after retirement.

The Retiree Annuity Supplement for Foreign Service and Civil Service

By Tyler WeerdenAug 7, 2024 8:27 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What is the Retiree Annuity Supplement, and how does it impact a federal employee’s pension?

Am I Taking Too Much Risk With My TSP?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzAug 6, 2024 12:25 PM Categories Q&A, Retirement Leave a comment

A retired federal employee wants to know if her TSP account is invested too aggressively.

OPM Retirement Backlog Grows Again in July

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 6, 2024 6:22 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog has increased for two months in a row.

FEGLI Basic Life Insurance: Biggest Missed Retirement Benefit for Federal Retirees

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiAug 5, 2024 1:30 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How does FEGLI work for retired federal employees?

The Biggest Reasons Federal Employees Retire at 62

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 2, 2024 9:53 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are four reasons why federal employees often retire at age 62.

Social Security Message – Real or Scam?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJul 29, 2024 6:48 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

An email recently sent by the Social Security Administration may have been inadvertently dismissed as a scam.

What are the Biggest Financial Considerations in Deciding When to Retire from a Federal Career?

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleJul 26, 2024 9:32 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are important factors that federal employees must consider to prepare for a successful retirement.

The Roth TSP is a Must for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Wes BattleBy Wes BattleJul 25, 2024 8:40 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Using the Roth TSP will help federal employees to build more tax-free assets to have in retirement.

How Federal Employees Can Maximize Their Annual Leave Payouts

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJul 24, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Unused annual and sick leave are handled differently for retiring federal employees, but both can help them walk out the door with more money.

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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%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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