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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.

4 Essential Retirement Assets

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOct 31, 2023 2:21 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Having robust TSP savings is important, but these are four other retirement assets that should not be overlooked.

How to Get FEHB to Pay for Medicare Premiums

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOct 27, 2023 2:25 PM | Updated: May 19, 2025 9:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

FEHB and Medicare often work together, and some FEHB plans help cover the cost of Medicare Part B premiums.

Legislation Would Expand Retirement Options for Some Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 26, 2023 1:45 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Legislation has been reintroduced to allow a buyback for time working as a temporary employee to count toward federal retirement payments.

A Healthcare Roadmap for Federal Retirees

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterOct 25, 2023 10:04 AM | Updated: Nov 10, 2023 4:57 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What health insurance options are available to federal retirees?

When Will Federal Retirees See the 2024 COLA in Their Annuity Payments?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 24, 2023 7:40 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Rising inflation has produced a modest COLA for next year. When can federal retirees expect to see the increase in their annuity payments?

6 Reasons You Might Want To Do Roth Conversions

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsOct 20, 2023 9:35 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Thinking of doing a Roth conversion? These are reasons to consider this financial planning strategy.

The Worst Retirement Application Mistakes Federal Employees Can Make

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOct 19, 2023 8:20 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are some of the most common mistakes that can delay processing federal employees’ retirement applications.

What Are the Assumptions in Your Retirement Plan?

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterOct 18, 2023 2:25 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Getting the assumptions right and revisiting them is critical to a retirement plan’s success.

Timing a Mortgage Payoff and Planned Retirement Date

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzOct 18, 2023 9:05 AM | Updated: Jan 10, 2024 3:46 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Should federal employees pay off their mortgages early? These are some considerations.

Medicare Part B Premiums Increasing in 2024

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 17, 2023 8:17 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

2024 Medicare Part B premiums will be increasing. Here is what you can expect to pay.

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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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