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What Is Medicare IRMAA? How to Avoid an Expensive Surprise

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonMay 11, 2021 2:57 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

IRMAA is a potential added expense that can raise your Medicare Part B or Medicare Part D premiums in retirement.

How Do Your TSP Retirement Savings Compare to Private Sector Employees?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 11, 2021 9:22 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How much do you need to have in your TSP to retire, and how do your total TSP savings compare to private sector employees?

Can Federal Employees Challenge a Within Grade Increase (WGI) Denial?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.May 10, 2021 2:05 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Can federal employees appeal a within grade increase (WGI) denial and what is the process for doing so?

Average $90,510 Federal Employee Salary and Other Traits of 2.1 Million+ Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 10, 2021 7:16 AM | Updated: Apr 22, 2022 10:18 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The average federal employee’s salary is now just over $90,000 (excluding benefits). Here is a breakdown of GS levels, educational attainment, and gender among federal employees.

Postal Service Loses Far Less Money in Q2 2021 Than in Previous Year

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 7, 2021 2:21 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
Front of the United States Post Office building in Huntsville, AL

Although it reported a net loss in the second quarter of 2021, the Postal Service’s quarterly financial results improved significantly over last year.

Let’s Thank Public Servants During Public Service Recognition Week By Strengthening The Merit-Based Civil Service

By Jeff NealMay 7, 2021 1:05 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author suggests several things the Biden administration should do to help strengthen the federal workforce.

When Is It Time to Leave Your Federal Job for the Private Sector?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 7, 2021 9:56 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Are you thinking of leaving federal service for a job in the private sector? Here are some factors with respect to benefits to help weigh the decision.

When Should You Move Your TSP Into ‘Safer’ Funds?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerMay 6, 2021 8:44 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Is there an age at which you should move your TSP investments into “safer” (more conservative) funds?

Despite Progress, OPM Retirement Backlog Still at 8 Year High

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 5, 2021 3:48 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

OPM made good progress on the retirement backlog in April, but it is still at an 8 year high.

Legislation Reintroduced to Expand Whistleblower Protections for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 5, 2021 9:45 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Legislation has been reintroduced to strengthen whistleblower protections for federal employees.

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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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