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Is “Herd Mentality” Damaging Federal Employees’ Retirement Dreams?

FedSmith.com author Randy SilveyBy Randy SilveyOctober 4, 2021 8:02 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Taking investment advice from your co-workers can wreak havoc on your retirement savings and your TSP account.

These 3 Things Will Make Retirement Much Easier

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApril 8, 2021 1:54 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are three things that you can do to have a more fulfilling retirement.

Four Foundational Financial Principles

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyFebruary 16, 2021 2:51 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are four principles that will serve federal employees well when planning for retirement.

Why Do We Hate Talking About Money?

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciFebruary 10, 2021 10:24 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The author looks at reasons why he says people are likely reluctant to talk about money.

Top Financial Mistakes That Do-It-Yourselfers Make

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMay 18, 2020 5:22 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The author outlines some common mistakes he has personally seen individuals make when doing their own financial planning.

The Economy is Tanking, So Why Isn’t the Stock Market?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerMay 6, 2020 11:50 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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The coronavirus pandemic has hit the economy hard, but you wouldn’t know it from the recent stock market performance. Why is there a disconnect?

Study Offers Financial Lessons to be Learned from the Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFebruary 25, 2019 1:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A recent survey from Prudential Financial offers financial lessons that not only federal employees, but all Americans can take away from the recent shutdown.

Now Is the Time to Seize the Day

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinJanuary 14, 2019 9:08 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The author says that our current low tax environment may not last which makes now more than ever the time to utilize proactive tax planning strategies.

Five Ways to Build Your Emergency Fund in One Year or Less

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonOctober 25, 2018 2:33 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Having an emergency fund is part of a prudent financial plan. Can it really be achieved in less than a year? Yes, and these are some tips to help.

Fight Fear with Facts: 3 Tips to Overcome Market Volatility

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonMay 23, 2018 2:29 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Volatility has been increasing this year in the stock market. Here are some tips on how to avoid letting your emotions derail your retirement savings plan.

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