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Social Security: Still Not a Dead Horse

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerOct 20, 2021 9:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Knowing when to file for Social Security can be a difficult decision. These are some important considerations.

Biden Nominates New FRTIB, FLRA Members

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 6, 2021 11:44 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

President Biden has nominated several individuals to serve in key positions at the FRTIB and FLRA.

When is it a Bad Idea to Give Full Survivor Benefits to Your Spouse?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 5, 2021 2:06 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Are there ever times when it is a bad idea to give full survivor benefits to your spouse?

Using the G Fund to Help Support Uncle Sam

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 3, 2021 6:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The Federal Government is running out of money. It usually just borrows a lot more. Now, it cannot do that. Here is where the TSP’s G Fund steps in to help.

How to Calculate Your 2022 COLA (Current Max Projection: 6.1%)

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 15, 2021 12:28 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How is the 2022 COLA calculated for different groupings of federal retirees?

Bill Would Ban Pensions for SSA Employees Convicted of Felonies

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 15, 2021 7:41 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 10:46 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Recently introduced legislation would prohibit some federal employees from receiving their pensions if they were convicted of crimes in their official job duties.

How Did Social Security Fare With COVID?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithJun 21, 2021 8:10 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How has Social Security weathered the COVID-19 storm?

WEP Reform Legislation Reintroduced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 5, 2021 11:00 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:33 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Legislation has been reintroduced to boost the retirement benefits of some federal retirees.

Common Misconceptions About the FERS Supplement

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 16, 2021 2:19 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The FERS Special Retirement Supplement may not work exactly as you think it does. The author lists some common misconceptions he has seen among federal employees.

The TSP During A Recession

FedSmith.com author Charles DzamaBy Charles DzamaAug 12, 2020 8:11 AM | Updated: Aug 30, 2022 3:57 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Volatility in the market can be stressful, but having a long-term plan for your retirement can make the inevitable swings more manageable.

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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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