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News on retirement for federal employees: FERS, CSRS, TSP, COLAs and more.

Why Tax planning is SO important in Retirement

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbNovember 15, 2021 1:08 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Proper tax planning is essential to make the most of your money in retirement. These are a few examples.

Should I Take Medicare or Just Keep FEHB?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerNovember 9, 2021 7:53 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Are federal employees better off with Medicare or FEHB in retirement? These are some considerations.

OPM Retirement Backlog Slashed Nearly 10% in October

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 5, 2021 4:08 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Line graph showing the progression of OPM's retirement backlog from October 2020 to October 2021

The OPM retirement backlog was successfully reduced to close out October 2021 despite more incoming claims than in the month before.

2022 Annual TSP Contribution Limit to Top $20k

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 4, 2021 3:39 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The IRS has announced the 2022 annual contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs.

Is December Really the Best Retirement Date for Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNovember 3, 2021 9:11 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

December is one of the most popular retirement dates for federal employees, but is it really the best time to retire?

Social Security: Still Not a Dead Horse

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerOctober 20, 2021 9:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Knowing when to file for Social Security can be a difficult decision. These are some important considerations.

How Do I Avoid Running Out of Money in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOctober 18, 2021 7:01 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How can you avoid running out of money in retirement? These are some withdrawal strategies for your TSP to ensure you don’t.

2022 COLA: 5.9%; Largest in 40 Years

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOctober 13, 2021 9:38 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The 2022 COLA will be the largest increase in 40 years, a fact obviously of interest to federal retirees and Social Security recipients.

Should You Take the FERS Supplement or 10% Bonus to Your Pension?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOctober 7, 2021 10:15 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How much of a financial impact can the FERS supplement or pension bonus have on a federal employee’s pension?

Despite Fewer Incoming Claims, OPM Retirement Backlog Grows Again in September

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 6, 2021 6:02 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Line graph showing the progression of OPM's retirement backlog from October 2019 to September 2021

The OPM retirement backlog grew yet again to close September 2021.

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Daily TSP Rates

July 5, 2022

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $16.9358 +0.03% +1.19%
F Fund $18.9662 +0.31% -9.19%
C Fund $58.3001 +0.18% -18.97%
S Fund $61.7314 +1.15% -26.02%
I Fund $31.3561 -1.89% -20.50%
L Income $22.3852 -0.06% -4.68%
L 2025 $11.1712 -0.13% -8.79%
L 2030 $38.0606 -0.22% -12.65%
L 2035 $11.2902 -0.24% -13.97%
L 2040 $42.2190 -0.26% -15.22%
L 2045 $11.4391 -0.28% -16.34%
L 2050 $24.8094 -0.30% -17.37%
L 2055 $11.8651 -0.40% -20.27%
L 2060 $11.8642 -0.40% -20.28%
L 2065 $11.8632 -0.40% -20.29%
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