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What is a Total Compensation Statement?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzSeptember 7, 2023 9:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The Total Compensation Statement can help federal employees better understand their benefits.

Be Prepared to Pay the Initial Bill for Long-Term Care

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterUpdated: March 29, 2023 2:29 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Even if you have long-term care insurance, it is important to have a plan in place to pay the initial expenses.

It May Be Time to Explore Short-Term Care Insurance

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterDecember 28, 2022 9:18 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Short-Term Care insurance can be an alternative to Long-Term Care or it can augment it.


FLTCIP Problem: OPM Suspending Long-Term Care Insurance Applications

By Ralph R. SmithNovember 22, 2022 10:08 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The FLTCIP is in trouble. OPM is suspending new applications as of 12/19/22. Here is a summary and analysis.

Guide to 2023 Federal Benefits Open Season

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerUpdated: October 18, 2022 6:42 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

This is an overview of the benefits available to federal employees and retirees during Open Season.

Top Considerations for Life and Long-Term Care Insurance (FEGLI and FLTCIP)

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJune 30, 2022 8:02 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

What are the differences between life insurance and long term care insurance? Federal employees have two benefits available to meet both of these needs.

Federal Long-Term Care: Is It Right for You?

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonJune 13, 2022 7:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

What is the Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program, and does it makes sense for you?

Federal Employees Will Have Better Insurance Protections in the Event of a Government Shutdown

By Ian SmithApril 2, 2021 12:29 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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OPM has issued a final rule to strengthen certain benefits protections for federal employees in the event of a government shutdown.

OPM Proposes New Protections for Federal Employees’ Health Benefits During Future Shutdowns

By Ian SmithUpdated: July 20, 2020 7:56 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
Book labeled 'new rules' sitting on a desk surface next to a pen and keyboard

OPM is issuing a proposed rule which would ensure federal employees will not have interruptions in some of their health benefits in the event of a shutdown.

OPM Provides Fact Sheet on Pay and Benefits During the Shutdown

By Ian SmithJanuary 11, 2019 4:31 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

OPM has released a fact sheet with information on what happens to your pay and benefits during the ongoing shutdown.

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Daily TSP Performance

September 29, 2023

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $17.7490 +0.02% +2.98%
F Fund $18.0170 -0.06% -1.05%
C Fund $66.5900 -0.27% +13.05%
S Fund $66.9696 -0.18% +8.84%
I Fund $36.2968 -0.11% +6.94%
L Income $23.9132 -0.04% +4.65%
L 2025 $12.0811 -0.06% +5.75%
L 2030 $41.9348 -0.12% +7.32%
L 2035 $12.4870 -0.13% +7.70%
L 2040 $46.8922 -0.14% +8.11%
L 2045 $12.7466 -0.15% +8.45%
L 2050 $27.7514 -0.16% +8.81%
L 2055 $13.5306 -0.20% +10.34%
L 2060 $13.5287 -0.20% +10.33%
L 2065 $13.5266 -0.20% +10.33%
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