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Are Unions Relevant in the Age of Telework?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiOct 4, 2021 3:07 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Could telework be the death of unions in the federal government?

Is “Herd Mentality” Damaging Federal Employees’ Retirement Dreams?

FedSmith.com author Randy SilveyBy Randy SilveyOct 4, 2021 8:02 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Taking investment advice from your co-workers can wreak havoc on your retirement savings and your TSP account.

OPM: Agencies Can Begin Enforcing Vaccine Mandate in November

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 1, 2021 12:22 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has issued guidance on when and how agencies should discipline federal employees who refuse to get vaccinated.

September Sees Worst TSP Performance Since March 2020

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 1, 2021 9:57 AM | Updated: Apr 2, 2022 4:05 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP fund performance in September was the worst it has been since March 2020, but overall TSP returns are still up in 2021.

Legislation Introduced to Repeal Vaccine Mandate for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 30, 2021 8:27 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to repeal President Biden’s COVID vaccine mandate for federal employees.

How Much Will Federal Employees’ FEHB Premiums Increase in 2022?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 29, 2021 1:59 PM | Updated: Nov 3, 2021 11:16 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has released the 2022 FEHB premiums. Here is what federal employees and retirees can expect to pay for their insurance next year.

Where Federal Salary is $37,605 Higher —And Why This is Important

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 29, 2021 9:11 AM | Updated: Apr 22, 2022 10:19 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Where do federal employees receive the highest federal salary? This can make a big difference now and after retirement. Here is a guide to greater retirement income.

Federal Debt Ceiling and the G Fund (Up 0.1% in September)

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 28, 2021 12:45 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The debt ceiling and its impact on the G Fund may concern some investors. TSP stock funds are down in September. Here is a summary.

Can Social Security’s Insecurity Create Private Sector Jobs?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithSep 28, 2021 8:49 AM | Updated: Aug 30, 2022 4:42 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A private company wants to sell insurance against insolvency. The author explains what life would be like if AIG and Lehman Brothers ran Social Security.

Why the TSP Only Gives You 80% of Your Money

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsSep 27, 2021 12:48 PM | Updated: Aug 31, 2022 4:32 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees will likely have taxes withheld from their TSP withdrawals at retirement. This is a summary of what to expect.

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Daily TSP Performance

May 5, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8756 +0.01% +1.47%
F Fund $20.9126 +0.19% +0.15%
C Fund $116.5741 +0.81% +6.45%
S Fund $110.4989 +1.26% +10.05%
I Fund $61.9907 +1.00% +11.71%
L Income $30.2562 +0.28% +3.46%
L 2030 $61.2632 +0.54% +5.45%
L 2035 $18.7833 +0.63% +6.24%
L 2040 $72.3002 +0.69% +6.66%
L 2045 $20.0724 +0.73% +7.02%
L 2050 $44.6187 +0.78% +7.38%
L 2055 $23.2981 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2060 $23.2952 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2065 $23.2923 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2070 $13.8049 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2075 $12.0586 +0.93% +8.72%
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