Can Federal Employees Contribute to Both the TSP and an IRA?

Many people think federal employees can only save for retirement through the TSP, but that’s not true! In this video, we explain how you can also invest in an IRA to grow your long-term retirement savings even faster. Learn how combining these strategies can boost your financial future! Related Articles Can Federal Employees Contribute to Both an IRA and the TSP in 2026? https://www.fedsmith.com/2026/01/15/can-federal-employees-contribute-to-both-an-ira-and-the-tsp-in-2026/ Rising Limits, Rising Opportunities: What 2026 Means for Your TSP and IRA Contributions https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/11/13/rising-limits-rising-opportunities-what-2026-means-for-your-tsp-and-ira-contributions/ Should I Invest My Roth Differently Than My Traditional IRA? https://www.fedsmith.com/2026/01/14/should-i-invest-my-roth-differently-than-my-traditional-ira/ TSP to Roth IRA: What Federal Employees Need to Know https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/08/11/tsp-to-roth-ira-what-federal-employees-need-to-know/ TSP vs. IRA: Understanding Withdrawal Rules for Federal Employees https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/06/03/tsp-vs-ira-understanding-withdrawal-rules-for-federal-employees/ 5 Things the TSP Doesn’t Let You Do But an IRA Does https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/02/20/5-things-the-tsp-doesnt-let-you-do-but-an-ira-does/