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Lifecycle Funds: Making A “Model Retirement Program” Even Better

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 10, 2005 8:10 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Are lifecycle funds a way to time the stock and bond markets? What is the philosophy behind lifecycle funds. Here is a quick summary

Loss of Power and Members Impacts Union Solidarity

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 8, 2005 8:40 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Several large unions have withdrawn from the AFL-CIO, taking with them millions of dollars and millions of members. Federal employee unions have experienced substantial losses in power and members also.

2006 Pay: How Will Federal Increase Compare With Private Sector?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 5, 2005 8:38 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

How will the 2006 pay raise compare to the typical private sector increase? Here is a likely scenario.

Nintendo On Steroids

By FedSmith.comAug 4, 2005 8:49 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A news report reported allegations of controllers playing games with airplanes under their control. No accidents occurred but there have been repercussions.

Five Years of Back Pay For This Fed

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAug 4, 2005 7:51 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A federal employee was reinstated with five years of back pay after winning his case in federal court.

Unmasking the Marginal Federal Employee

FedSmith.com author Robbie KunreutherBy Robbie KunreutherAug 3, 2005 7:59 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Do we need a marginal rating for federal employees? In a practical sense, marginal ratings result in nothing but work for the supervisor.

TSP Stocks Up Again: Will The Bull Continue to Kick in 2005?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 2, 2005 8:33 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

All TSP stock funds were up again in July. Here are the results for each fund.

Retiring? Think About This!!

By Tammy FlanaganAug 2, 2005 7:46 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What are the considerations in deciding when to retire? Should you wait until the end of the year? Which year? Which month? Here is an explanation of some major factors to consider in your decision.

No Pay Increase for These Civil Service Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 29, 2005 9:03 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The agency and the union are starting labor negotiations and the parties are far apart in their initial positions.

Attracting Young Americans to Federal Service

By FedSmith.comJul 29, 2005 6:12 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Partnership for Public Service announced a new initiative to understand the best ways to attract young Americans to federal government service.

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April 9, 2026

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S Fund $103.5194 +0.06% +3.10%
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