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Top 3 Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerNovember 17, 2022 2:03 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement

The author explains the top three ways federal employees can ruin their retirements from her series 10 Easy Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement.

What is the Processing Time for FERS Disability Applications?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.November 11, 2022 10:35 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Processing times vary for FERS disability retirement applications. What can federal employees expect when applying?

2022 Inflation Continues Going Up; FERS Retirees Still Get 1% Less Than CSRS on 2023 COLA

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNovember 10, 2022 9:39 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
2022 inflation over the last 12 months as of October 2022 and its impact on everyday items: Food at home, electricity, shelter, new cars, gas

Inflation is still with us in 2022. The latest inflation figures are no longer at a 40-year high, but consumers are still feeling pinched.

How to Calculate Your FERS Retirement Pension

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNovember 9, 2022 2:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Do you know how to calculate your FERS retirement pension? Here is a basic overview.

Federal Employee Mental Health Issues on the Rise

By Leah Bachmeyer-KilleSeptember 7, 2022 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Mental health conditions can qualify federal employees for Federal Disability Retirement.

Turning 62 is a Rewarding Milestone for FERS Employees

By Abraham GrungoldAugust 31, 2022 9:20 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees under FERS can get a higher annuity by waiting until age 62 to retire.

FERS Retirement Eligibility

By Steven PuckettAugust 29, 2022 8:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Retirement eligibility under FERS is determined by a federal employee’s age and number of years of creditable service.

One Big Mistake Most Federal Employees Make

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzAugust 24, 2022 9:43 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Using the TSP to save for retirement is a good thing, but the author says that many federal employees make a mistake in their planning.

Early Federal Retirement and Social Security

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterAugust 17, 2022 8:56 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees who retire early under FERS and do not continue earning wages need to be aware of the impact to their Social Security benefits.


Why the Federal Employee Retirement Age May Go Up

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAugust 3, 2022 7:44 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Social Security may be unable to fully pay benefits in the near future. Federal employees relying on it for part of their retirement income would be wise to make alternate plans.

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Daily TSP Rates

February 1, 2023

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $17.2954 +0.01% +0.35%
F Fund $18.9280 +0.69% +3.96%
C Fund $63.2578 +1.05% +7.39%
S Fund $69.4009 +1.78% +12.79%
I Fund $37.1139 +0.84% +9.34%
L Income $23.4386 +0.31% +2.57%
L 2025 $11.8531 +0.46% +3.76%
L 2030 $41.2639 +0.69% +5.60%
L 2035 $12.3051 +0.76% +6.14%
L 2040 $46.2591 +0.83% +6.65%
L 2045 $12.5896 +0.88% +7.11%
L 2050 $27.4288 +0.94% +7.54%
L 2055 $13.3394 +1.07% +8.78%
L 2060 $13.3382 +1.07% +8.78%
L 2065 $13.3368 +1.07% +8.78%
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