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5-Year Rule for FEHB, FEGLI and Roth TSP

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 7, 2025 8:09 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

It’s important for federal employees to understand the retirement rules for FEHB, FEGLI and the Roth TSP.

The Future of Federal Retirement? OPM’s Breakthrough in Digital Processing

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 5, 2025 10:54 AM | Updated: Apr 9, 2025 5:48 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The OPM retirement backlog improved considerably in March, and the agency may be on the verge of finally modernizing its retirement application process.

More Unions Sue Over Trump’s Executive Order

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 4, 2025 1:12 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A group of unions has sued the Trump administration over President Trump’s Executive Order that eliminates unions in most of the government.

DHS Investigator Loses Job After U.S. Attorney’s Complaint

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 4, 2025 8:54 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A DHS Criminal Investigator was removed after nearly 30 years due to reliability issues as a witness. He appealed to MSPB and federal court to get his job back.

Are Tariffs “Tariff-fying” Your TSP?

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciApr 3, 2025 3:43 PM | Updated: Apr 6, 2025 3:37 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Tariffs have rattled the stock market. Should federal employees be worried about their TSP accounts?

VSIP + VERA: Should You Take the Money and Retire Early?

FedSmith.com author Charles DzamaBy Charles DzamaApr 3, 2025 8:23 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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A VSIP/VERA can be a tempting offer for federal employees. These are some important considerations for those weighing one of these offers.

New Buyout Offers on the Table for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 2, 2025 2:16 PM | Updated: Apr 6, 2025 3:24 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Some agencies have made new buyout offers to their employees to voluntarily reduce the size of their workforces before widespread RIFs begin.

Navigating Retirement with TSP: Is the 60/40 Allocation Right for You?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 2, 2025 8:49 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The 60/40 TSP allocation blends growth and stability. Adjust it based on your time horizon, risk tolerance, and financial goals for retirement success.

NTEU Sues Trump Over Executive Order

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 1, 2025 1:15 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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NTEU has sued the Trump administration over President Trump’s Executive Order that eliminates unions in most of the government.

Monthly TSP Performance: Volatile Stock Market Drops in March

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 1, 2025 8:09 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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TSP results were generally down in March as the U.S. prepares to impose tariffs and stokes fears of rising inflation.

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Daily TSP Performance

May 16, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.0667 +0.01% +1.67%
F Fund $19.8702 +0.05% +2.01%
C Fund $94.6008 +0.71% +1.80%
S Fund $88.9812 +1.01% -1.30%
I Fund $47.2925 +0.28% +12.88%
L Income $27.4974 +0.17% +2.83%
L 2025 $14.1527 +0.18% +2.84%
L 2030 $52.4907 +0.37% +4.05%
L 2035 $15.8511 +0.40% +4.25%
L 2040 $60.3474 +0.44% +4.44%
L 2045 $16.5970 +0.47% +4.59%
L 2050 $36.5506 +0.49% +4.74%
L 2055 $18.4951 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2060 $18.4928 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2065 $18.4903 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2070 $10.9587 +0.59% +5.20%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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