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Leaving Federal Service Early: Should You Take a Lump Sum of Your Retirement Contributions?

By Dallen HawsFebruary 23, 2021 9:47 AM

If you leave federal service before you are eligible to retire immediately, should you take a lump sum payment or wait for a pension?

How Much of Your FERS Pension Will the Government Take in Retirement?

By Dallen HawsFebruary 18, 2021 12:49 PM

Is your FERS pension taxable? As the author explains, federal employees could wind up with a smaller monthly income in retirement than they were expecting.

How to Calculate Your FERS Pension After a Divorce

By Dallen HawsJanuary 25, 2021 10:25 AM

What impact can a divorce have on your FERS pension? The author describes a common scenario.

Missed a Survivor Annuity by Six Days

By Susan McGuire SmithJanuary 18, 2021 12:14 PM

A federal retiree’s widow missed out on claiming a survivor annuity by days. See how the appeals court ruled.

Should I Convert to a TSP Life Annuity?

By Brandon ChristyJanuary 13, 2021 11:33 AM

The TSP life annuity is an intriguing option for federal retirees, but is it right for you?

When Can I Expect to Start Receiving My Pension?

By Dallen HawsJanuary 7, 2021 9:40 AM

Federal employees could find themselves with a temporary income gap right after they retire. The author says it’s wise to plan ahead.

The Big ‘Gotchas’ of Deferred Retirement

By Dallen HawsNovember 30, 2020 10:17 AM
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Deferred retirement is an option for some federal employees, but there are potential downsides.

Joe Biden: Federal Reemployed Annuitant?

By Ralph R. SmithNovember 13, 2020 8:33 AM
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Joe Biden receives a federal pension from his decades in the Senate. Will he still receive it if he becomes president?

How Much Income Will You Have in Retirement Under FERS?

By Dallen HawsNovember 6, 2020 12:43 PM

There are three main sources of income in retirement under FERS. How much income can a federal retiree expect to get from these?

Top Mistakes on Federal Retirement Applications

By Dallen HawsSeptember 30, 2020 11:13 AM

Ensuring your retirement forms are filled out correctly is important to ensure a smooth application process. These are some common errors to watch for.

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Daily TSP Rates

March 4, 2021

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $16.5360 0.00% +0.17%
F Fund $20.5958 -0.31% -2.83%
C Fund $56.2495 -1.32% +0.60%
S Fund $77.3815 -2.84% +4.29%
I Fund $35.8006 -1.03% +1.16%
L Income $22.3383 -0.33% +0.27%
L 2025 $11.2231 -0.69% +0.57%
L 2030 $39.0482 -0.88% +0.70%
L 2035 $11.6560 -0.96% +0.75%
L 2040 $43.8447 -1.05% +0.82%
L 2045 $11.9515 -1.13% +0.87%
L 2050 $26.0516 -1.21% +0.94%
L 2055 $12.5816 -1.44% +1.37%
L 2060 $12.5815 -1.44% +1.36%
L 2065 $12.5814 -1.44% +1.36%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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