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Lawmakers Push for 3% COLA in 2021

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 22, 2020 12:28 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to provide a higher COLA to retirees in 2021.

Second Fund Manager Contract Awarded for TSP

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 22, 2020 10:41 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The FRTIB has awarded the second of two fund manager contracts for four of the TSP’s core funds.

Creating a New Class of Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 22, 2020 9:52 AM | Updated: Oct 26, 2020 8:26 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A new executive order has been issued creating a new hiring schedule to make make it faster and easier to hire and fire some federal employees.

Why Isn’t the Roth TSP More Popular?

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciOct 21, 2020 1:44 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Data from the TSP show that the Roth option is far less popular than the traditional. The author discusses why this may be the case.

A Detailed Look at 2021 FEHB Premiums

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 21, 2020 7:12 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has provided some detailed data regarding 2021 FEHB premiums to help in preparing for the 2020 Open Season.

Downsizing for Retirement

By Brandon ChristyOct 20, 2020 10:24 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Do you plan on downsizing your home after retiring? These are some considerations in weighing this decision.

Your 6 Most Important FERS Benefits Explained

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOct 19, 2020 2:47 PM | Updated: Dec 12, 2020 4:35 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What are the key benefits for federal employees under FERS? Here is a summary.

How to Navigate From Proposed Removal to 30-Day Suspension for Running an Etsy Store On Government Time and Computer

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOct 19, 2020 8:54 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A bargaining unit member at the FAA, facing removal from her job for running an Etsy store on her government time and equipment, turned to the union for defense.

Firing a Federal Employee Easier and Quicker

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 18, 2020 10:08 AM | Updated: Oct 23, 2020 2:22 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has issued a final rule to streamline the federal employee removal process.

2021 FEHB and FEDVIP Premiums Released

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 16, 2020 2:38 PM | Updated: Oct 18, 2020 10:33 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The 2021 FEHB and FEDVIP premiums have been published.

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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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