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Race Training for Federal Employees is a “Sickness”

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 7, 2020 8:04 AM | Updated: Sep 3, 2021 12:07 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

This is an interesting time to be a federal employee. Do you work for a government in a free country for the betterment of all or for a government created to promote the interests of the elite?

Retirement Backlog Up, But Case Processing Time Down in August

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 4, 2020 4:52 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

OPM’s retirement backlog grew in August but the average processing time improved considerably.

Is This the End of Face to Face Bargaining?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiSep 4, 2020 9:38 AM | Updated: Oct 8, 2020 1:25 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Will COVID-19 force the way traditional collective bargaining has been conducted to change?

Will the New Social Security Tax Deferral Affect Your Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsSep 3, 2020 12:20 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A temporary payroll tax deferral is now in effect. What could this mean for your Social Security benefits?

5 Big Life Events That Should Trigger a Life Insurance Review

By Shelly GiulianoSep 3, 2020 8:07 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

If you experience any of these big life events, you should be sure to reexamine your life insurance needs to ensure you have proper coverage.

The Importance of the FERS Special Retirement Supplement

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsSep 2, 2020 10:38 AM | Updated: Dec 12, 2020 5:40 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

This is a summary of the FERS Special Retirement Supplement and how it can benefit eligible federal retirees.

OPM: Coronavirus Won’t Delay Open Season

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 1, 2020 3:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM said that this year’s Open Season will take place as scheduled despite the coronavirus.

32% Return in One TSP Fund in 5 Months

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 1, 2020 10:35 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

During a year of extremes, TSP investors have seen a return of more than 32% in the past five months in this leading TSP fund.

Will the Payroll Tax Deferral Apply to Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 31, 2020 6:58 PM | Updated: Jan 10, 2022 12:35 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

It appears some federal employees will have withholding of their payroll taxes deferred under a new executive order. Here’s what we know.

Is Phased Retirement Right For You?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 31, 2020 2:21 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Is phased retirement right for you? Here is an overview of how the program works.

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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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