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VA Benefits Recipients Will Get Coronavirus Stimulus Payments

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 17, 2020 4:10 PM | Updated: May 1, 2020 1:40 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The IRS has announced that VA benefits recipients will automatically get coronavirus stimulus payments.

Trump Unveils Guidelines for ‘Opening Up America Again’ After Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 16, 2020 6:54 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The White House has released suggested guidelines for states to follow to begin returning life to normal after the coronavirus.

Is Your Stimulus “Payment Status Not Available?” This May Be Why

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 16, 2020 4:04 PM | Updated: Apr 28, 2020 1:36 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
Screenshot of the message "Payment status not available" displayed on the IRS website in the Get My Payment coronavirus stimulus status application

Are you getting a “payment status not available” message when checking your coronavirus stimulus payment? The IRS explains what this means.

Why Haven’t You Put Your House Up For Sale Yet?

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciApr 15, 2020 3:07 PM | Updated: Aug 17, 2020 4:34 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Federal employees may have seen their TSP balances drop recently, but the author offers advice on how to maintain a calm, long-term perspective.

Career Federal Employees in Forefront of COVID-19 Effort

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 15, 2020 10:55 AM | Updated: Jan 16, 2022 10:19 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
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Two long-time federal employees are front and center amid government efforts to contain the COVID-19 coronavirus.

The Morning Stand-Up: An Old Military Staple Promotes Productivity During a Pandemic

By Jeffrey J. LorekApr 15, 2020 8:46 AM | Updated: Apr 27, 2020 10:19 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
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The author describes a practice he learned in the military known as the morning stand up and discusses how it can help in this new remote work era.

Lawmakers Seek Benefits for Federal Employees Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 14, 2020 1:48 PM | Updated: Apr 27, 2020 10:18 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Two lawmakers outlined their legislative priorities for federal employees and contractors amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Rights of Federal Employees Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Apr 14, 2020 11:25 AM | Updated: Apr 27, 2020 10:18 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The Families First Coronavirus Response Act is in effect now. These are some common questions and answers for federal employees surrounding the new law.

IRS Launching ‘Get My Payment’ App to Expedite Coronavirus Stimulus Payments

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 14, 2020 9:40 AM | Updated: Apr 24, 2020 8:14 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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The IRS is launching an online application this week to help qualifying taxpayers get their coronavirus stimulus payments more quickly.

TSP Will Not Require RMDs in 2020 for Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 13, 2020 10:33 AM | Updated: Aug 30, 2022 4:28 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The TSP has issued guidance on suspension of required minimum distributions in 2020 for the coronavirus.

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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%
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