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New Guidelines for Federal Employees: Legal Interpretations Must Align with Presidential Directives

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 20, 2025 9:55 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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President Trump issued an executive order to exert greater control over independent regulatory agencies which will have implications for federal employees.

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.

Are Executive Orders Contributing to the Death of Interest-Based Bargaining?

FedSmith.com author Darryl RobertsBy Darryl RobertsFeb 19, 2025 1:31 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Interest-based bargaining faces challenges in federal negotiations due to political mandates, prompting a blend of traditional and interest-based methods.

[email protected] Email System Holds Up To Initial Court Review

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 19, 2025 7:15 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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OPM began using a new email system to communicate with federal employees after the presidential transition. A request for a restraining order against the system has been denied.

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?

A Tax Deduction and a Tax Credit for a Thrift Savings Plan Contribution?

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterFeb 18, 2025 8:45 AM | Updated: Feb 20, 2025 2:06 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Some federal employees can earn a tax credit on TSP contributions using the Saver’s Tax Credit.

Workforce Optimization: Where Does it Stand and Where Is it Going?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 17, 2025 9:03 AM | Updated: Feb 23, 2025 9:37 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Workforce optimization is creating “shock and anger” for federal employees. Agencies that grew the most under the Biden administration will be closely scrutinized.

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?

Want an Extra Year of Retirement Service Without Working Longer? Leverage That Leave!

By Dan SipeFeb 13, 2025 9:45 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement
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Federal employees can add more time to their retirement service credit by strategically using their leave.

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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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