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5 Retirement Planning Tips for Mid-Career Federal Employees

By Jennifer MeyerJune 15, 2022 8:51 AM Categories Retirement

What should federal employees in the middle of their careers be thinking about regarding retirement planning?

Federal Employees Cannot Sue Government Over Late Plan Payments Due to Shutdown

Updated: June 15, 2022 7:43 AM Tags Government Shutdown Leave a comment

Federal employees cannot sue the USA for the profits they allegedly lost when a 34-day government shutdown forced agencies to temporarily suspend employer contributions to their retirement savings accounts, an appellate court held Monday.

High Inflation and A Bear Market: Will “Double Whammy” Impact 4.6% Proposed Pay Raise?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: June 16, 2022 11:35 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Two of the TSP stock funds are now in bear market territory and inflation is raging. What does history show about a federal pay raise during high inflation?

Audit Finds GPO Shortchanging Seniors

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithUpdated: June 14, 2022 5:27 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

An audit conducted by the SSA OIG found that some retirees impacted by GPO may be losing out on additional retirement benefits. Here is how to reclaim your benefits.

The FLRA and Politics

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJune 13, 2022 1:29 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says he is concerned that politics may be causing the FLRA to lose credibility.

Federal Long-Term Care: Is It Right for You?

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonJune 13, 2022 7:15 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What is the Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program, and does it makes sense for you?

Four TSP Board Nominees Confirmed: Nominee for Controversial FRTIB Chair Not Approved

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 11, 2022 10:18 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Four nominees have been confirmed for the FRTIB, the TSP’s governing board. Confirmation moved quickly after Senator Marco Rubio removed a hold on the nominations.

TSP Launches “Known Issues” Page in Response to Website Update Problems

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJune 10, 2022 4:46 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has posted a list of known issues in response to the problems some participants have encountered with the new website changes.

Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA, and Why TSP Dropped Dramatically in One Day

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 10, 2022 10:31 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
2022 inflation rate as of May 2022 is driving the cost of every day items way up over the past year according to data from BLS

The 2022 inflation rate is rising rapidly. Here is why the TSP funds have fallen sharply and what it all means for the 2023 COLA estimate.

IRS Increases 2022 Mileage Rate Amid Skyrocketing Gas Prices

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: June 11, 2022 10:41 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The IRS has increased the 2022 mileage rate for official travel for the remainder of the year to offset soaring gas prices.

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Daily TSP Rates

June 24, 2022

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $16.9202 +0.01% +1.10%
F Fund $18.6585 -0.23% -10.67%
C Fund $59.4928 +3.06% -17.31%
S Fund $62.8538 +3.46% -24.67%
I Fund $32.5702 +2.79% -17.42%
L Income $22.4873 +0.71% -4.25%
L 2025 $11.2767 +1.26% -7.93%
L 2030 $38.6057 +1.81% -11.40%
L 2035 $11.4684 +1.98% -12.61%
L 2040 $42.9507 +2.15% -13.75%
L 2045 $11.6521 +2.30% -14.78%
L 2050 $25.3061 +2.46% -15.71%
L 2055 $12.1731 +2.99% -18.21%
L 2060 $12.1721 +2.99% -18.21%
L 2065 $12.1709 +2.99% -18.22%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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