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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.

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.

Using the 4% Rule and Bucket Strategy for Your TSP

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsFeb 25, 2025 9:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These 2 strategies can help ensure that federal employees never run out of money in retirement.

How Federal Employees Can Create a Retirement Income Worksheet

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzFeb 24, 2025 10:41 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Creating a retirement income worksheet can help federal employees at any stage of retirement planning.

5 Things the TSP Doesn’t Let You Do But an IRA Does

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsFeb 20, 2025 8:35 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The TSP is a great retirement savings benefit for federal employees, but it does have some limitations that IRAs do not have.

Guide to the Blended Retirement System for US Military

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeFeb 18, 2025 2:15 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How does the Blended Retirement System work for members of the military?

Is an IRA Better Than the TSP in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsFeb 14, 2025 10:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Should money stay in the TSP after retirement, or is it better to roll funds over to an IRA? These are pros and cons of each approach.

Big Changes Coming to the Thrift Savings Plan in 2026

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbFeb 13, 2025 2:59 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Roth TSP conversions will arrive in 2026. Who stands to benefit the most?

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Daily TSP Performance

May 16, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.0667 +0.01% +1.67%
F Fund $19.8702 +0.05% +2.01%
C Fund $94.6008 +0.71% +1.80%
S Fund $88.9812 +1.01% -1.30%
I Fund $47.2925 +0.28% +12.88%
L Income $27.4974 +0.17% +2.83%
L 2025 $14.1527 +0.18% +2.84%
L 2030 $52.4907 +0.37% +4.05%
L 2035 $15.8511 +0.40% +4.25%
L 2040 $60.3474 +0.44% +4.44%
L 2045 $16.5970 +0.47% +4.59%
L 2050 $36.5506 +0.49% +4.74%
L 2055 $18.4951 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2060 $18.4928 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2065 $18.4903 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2070 $10.9587 +0.59% +5.20%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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