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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.

Is Annuity a Bad Word… or a Good Option?

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsNov 20, 2023 8:25 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What types of annuities are there? Are they good or bad?

4 Retirement Expenses You May Not Be Prepared For

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerNov 16, 2023 8:33 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are 4 expenses you may not have considered that can derail your retirement.

Inflation Receding But Impact Remains

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 14, 2023 9:20 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

As we start the new year for the next COLA calculation, the latest data show a continuing decline in the rate of inflation.

How Much Income Will Your FERS Pension Replace?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzNov 7, 2023 8:15 AM | Updated: May 24, 2024 2:58 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The FERS annuity is an important part of a federal employee’s retirement income, but there are other factors that must be considered.

OPM Retirement Backlog Reverses Course in October, Jumps 5%

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 6, 2023 3:43 PM | Updated: Dec 5, 2023 3:58 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog reversed course in October 2023 after its record setting low the previous month.

7 Retirement Risks (and How to Fix Them)

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsNov 6, 2023 7:45 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are 7 risks that federal employees must avoid to have financial security in retirement.

How Medicare and FEHB Work Together

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNov 3, 2023 2:43 PM | Updated: Nov 11, 2023 8:45 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Should federal employees enroll in Medicare if they are covered by FEHB? These are some important considerations.

Trying Again to Boost COLAs for Some Federal Retirees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 3, 2023 8:48 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Legislation that would increase the COLA for federal retirees in some instances has once again been introduced.

Smart Money Moves for the End of the Year

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerNov 2, 2023 8:35 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The end of a calendar year is a good time to review your investment plan. These are some important considerations to grow your wealth.

2024 TSP Contribution Limit Increasing by 2%

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 1, 2023 2:45 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The IRS has announced the 2024 annual contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs.

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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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