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Updated Hatch Act Guidance Affects Current and Former Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jan 14, 2026 1:50 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OSC can enforce Hatch Act rules on current and former federal employees. Violations may lead to investigation, fines, or disciplinary action.

Should I Invest My Roth Differently Than My Traditional IRA?

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsJan 14, 2026 8:40 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Should Roth IRA investments be handled differently than traditional IRA investments?

TSP Millionaires Hit New Record—Nearly 195,000 and Counting

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 13, 2026 1:07 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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The number of TSP millionaires hit a new record in December 2025, proof that disciplined investing over time pays off.

Federal Retirement Strategy: Social Security Payments by Age

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeJan 13, 2026 7:35 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Discover key retirement milestones for federal employees to optimize Social Security benefits and ensure a secure retirement.

Bridging the Retirement Gap: Smart Strategies for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJan 12, 2026 7:45 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are some strategies federal employees can use to bridge the income gap between early FERS retirement and Social Security.

Keeping the FAIR Act Alive for the 2027 Federal Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 9, 2026 8:35 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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It appears that the longtime bill pushing for higher federal pay raises will carry on after the death of Congressman Gerry Connolly.

A New TSP Quilt Chart and What 2025’s Returns Teach Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterJan 8, 2026 10:02 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

TSP fund performance shifted from 2024 to 2025, with diversification and the I Fund’s changes rewarding balanced investors while concentration lagged.

Is Career Coaching Worth It? A Federal Employee’s Perspective

By Jason KayJan 7, 2026 12:40 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
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Are career coaches beneficial for federal employees? These are some important considerations.

Can OPM Make Federal Service ‘Cool’ Again? Lessons from JFK for Today’s Workforce

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 7, 2026 7:25 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
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President Kennedy made federal service aspirational in the 1960s. OPM Director Scott Kupor is trying to do the same today—modernizing government to attract the next generation.

Navigating RMDs: A Federal Employee’s Guide to Managing Retirement Withdrawals

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJan 6, 2026 9:20 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Learn how to manage Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) to minimize tax impacts in retirement.

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Daily TSP Performance

April 14, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8250 +0.01% +1.21%
F Fund $21.0563 +0.26% +0.84%
C Fund $111.8484 +1.18% +2.13%
S Fund $106.0976 +1.00% +5.67%
I Fund $61.3477 +1.06% +10.55%
L Income $29.9595 +0.33% +2.45%
L 2030 $60.1943 +0.64% +3.61%
L 2035 $18.4028 +0.76% +4.09%
L 2040 $70.7241 +0.82% +4.33%
L 2045 $19.6080 +0.88% +4.54%
L 2050 $43.5253 +0.93% +4.75%
L 2055 $22.6049 +1.11% +5.49%
L 2060 $22.6023 +1.11% +5.49%
L 2065 $22.5996 +1.11% +5.49%
L 2070 $13.3944 +1.11% +5.49%
L 2075 $11.7001 +1.11% +5.49%
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