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Could Old School Budgeting Help Mitigate Massive Inflation?

FedSmith.com author Randy SilveyBy Randy SilveyJul 15, 2022 8:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Many people do not focus on budgeting, but with 2022 inflation rising rapidly, a good budget strategy can help keep your financial plan on track.

Some Federal Employees Could Get Inflation Bonus in 2023

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 14, 2022 6:15 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A draft bill in Congress is proposing paying some federal employees a 2023 inflation bonus to help offset rapidly rising inflation.

2023 COLA Update: Inflation Up, Highest Since 1981

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 13, 2022 10:13 AM | Updated: Aug 10, 2022 10:32 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Inflation and the 2023 COLA have captured the interest of many readers. Here are the latest figures as of June 2022.

TSP Transfers to G Fund Up 249% As Stock Values Decline

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 1, 2022 10:54 AM | Updated: Jul 26, 2022 12:28 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

As 2022 TSP performance suffers amid a declining stock market, TSP transfers to the G Fund increased 249% in one month. The G Fund is now the largest TSP Fund.

2023 Federal Pay Raise, Inflation, and Wishful Thinking

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 22, 2022 8:09 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 1:52 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What are the prospects for a larger 2023 federal pay raise? Will the highest inflation in 40 years have an impact?

Retiring? Use Your Annual Leave Lump Sum to Build a Certificate of Deposit Ladder

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterJun 16, 2022 8:33 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Your annual leave at retirement is an opportunity to start that emergency fund you’ve been neglecting.

High Inflation and A Bear Market: Will “Double Whammy” Impact 4.6% Proposed Pay Raise?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 14, 2022 11:03 AM | Updated: Jun 16, 2022 11:35 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Two of the TSP stock funds are now in bear market territory and inflation is raging. What does history show about a federal pay raise during high inflation?

Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA, and Why TSP Dropped Dramatically in One Day

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 10, 2022 10:31 AM | Updated: Dec 13, 2022 9:17 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The 2022 inflation rate is rising rapidly. Here is why the TSP funds have fallen sharply and what it all means for the 2023 COLA estimate.

TSP Changes Imminent as TSP Dips, Dives, and Bumps

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 24, 2022 12:28 PM | Updated: Mar 6, 2024 2:49 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has been volatile and significant changes for the TSP are imminent. All TSP Funds are down in 2022 except for the G Fund.

Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA Prediction, and How Much Your TSP is Declining

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 11, 2022 10:49 AM | Updated: Dec 13, 2022 9:17 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The increase in the inflation rate slowed in April but is still rising at a pace not experienced in decades. What is the impact on the 2023 COLA and the TSP?

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