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Bill Seeks to Raise Annual COLA for Some Retired Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 25, 2022 9:30 AM | Updated: Oct 25, 2022 4:10 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate to give federal retirees under both FERS and CSRS the same annual COLA amounts.

TSP Changes Imminent as TSP Dips, Dives, and Bumps

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 24, 2022 12:28 PM | Updated: Mar 6, 2024 2:49 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has been volatile and significant changes for the TSP are imminent. All TSP Funds are down in 2022 except for the G Fund.

Will You Be Required to Use the Roth TSP?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzMay 23, 2022 7:48 AM | Updated: Jan 10, 2024 3:48 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The author discusses a proposed change to TSP contributions under “SECURE Act 2.0” and a strategy he advises impacted federal employees to consider.

SHOW UP Act Would Block Expanded Telework for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 21, 2022 1:19 PM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 10:44 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation would put the brakes on the Biden administration’s effort to permanently expand telework for federal employees.

Group Wants Paid Leave for Federal Employees to Get Out of State Abortions

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 20, 2022 10:18 AM | Updated: Jun 27, 2022 5:19 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A group within the Justice Department is urging the Biden administration to give federal employees administrative leave to get abortions across state lines.

Bear Growling? One TSP Fund Falls 4% in One Day; Down 17% in 2022

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 19, 2022 11:24 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recent experience impacts future expectations. TSP returns have been very good for the past decade. Here is how TSP investors reacted in previous bear markets.

Should You Stop Making TSP Contributions?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerMay 18, 2022 12:15 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Should federal employees stop making TSP contributions in light of the ongoing stock market volatility?

Coming Soon! New Login Process for OPM Retirement Services Online

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 18, 2022 7:32 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Retired federal employees who use the OPM Retirement Services Online website will have a new required login process starting May 26.

7 Tips for Early Career Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerMay 17, 2022 3:42 PM | Updated: Nov 2, 2022 2:48 PM Categories Retirement

These are 7 tips (plus one bonus suggestion) for federal employees in the early stages of their careers. It’s never too early to start planning for retirement.

Will You Use the New TSP Mutual Fund Window?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 17, 2022 8:12 AM | Updated: Mar 6, 2023 11:53 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The new TSP mutual fund window is launching soon. Do you plan to use it?

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Daily TSP Performance

May 4, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8731 +0.04% +1.46%
F Fund $20.8728 -0.32% -0.04%
C Fund $115.6318 -0.40% +5.59%
S Fund $109.1196 -0.34% +8.68%
I Fund $61.3781 -0.28% +10.61%
L Income $30.1723 -0.09% +3.18%
L 2030 $60.9371 -0.20% +4.89%
L 2035 $18.6651 -0.24% +5.58%
L 2040 $71.8065 -0.27% +5.93%
L 2045 $19.9260 -0.29% +6.24%
L 2050 $44.2732 -0.31% +6.55%
L 2055 $23.0836 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2060 $23.0808 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2065 $23.0779 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2070 $13.6778 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2075 $11.9476 -0.35% +7.72%
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