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Can Federal Employees Contribute to Both an IRA and the TSP in 2021?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 20, 2021 2:32 PM | Updated: Jun 24, 2022 4:50 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees are allowed to contribute to an IRA in addition to the TSP. Here are the contribution limits for 2021.

Best Places for Federal Employees to Open an IRA

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 6, 2021 9:51 AM | Updated: Mar 23, 2023 3:48 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

For federal employees who may be considering opening an IRA, what are some of their options?

5 Strategies to Reduce Your 2020 Tax Bill

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinMar 30, 2021 8:01 AM | Updated: Sep 1, 2021 12:14 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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Want to reduce your 2020 taxes? These are a few last minute strategies that can help.

2021 Tax Planning Checklist

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFeb 24, 2021 8:17 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

These are some important considerations in doing tax planning for 2021.

What Are the Differences Between the Roth TSP and Roth IRA?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNov 18, 2020 3:42 PM | Updated: Dec 12, 2020 4:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The Roth TSP and Roth IRA are both important retirement savings tools available to federal employees, but there are some key differences between them.

How Another Proposed Bill Would Impact Your Retirement

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeOct 30, 2020 1:48 PM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:19 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Recently introduced legislation would make changes that could impact your retirement savings.

What Should I Do With My TSP at Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsSep 15, 2020 1:37 PM | Updated: Apr 19, 2023 3:09 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What to do with your TSP account upon reaching retirement is an important decision. These are some considerations.

Time is Running Out to Replace Your RMD

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeAug 27, 2020 11:21 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
Close up of the face of a $100 bill with Benjamin Franklin pictured wearing a surgical face mask; a pocket watch sits on top of the $100 bill to the right of Franklin's photo

Required minimum distributions were suspended under the CARES Act, but if you already took one and want to replace it, it must be done before it’s too late.

5 Tips To Help You Acquire Your First Million Dollars

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJul 23, 2020 8:34 AM | Updated: May 26, 2023 4:31 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What does it take to become a millionaire? These are some of the techniques that people who have reached this milestone use.

Why a Roth IRA May Be Right For You

By Brandon ChristyJul 13, 2020 2:32 PM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 9:36 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees can have a Roth IRA in addition to the TSP. Here are the basics of how this retirement savings option works.

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Daily TSP Performance

June 11, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.1260 +0.01% +1.98%
F Fund $20.0006 +0.33% +2.68%
C Fund $95.7068 -0.27% +2.99%
S Fund $89.9603 -0.31% -0.21%
I Fund $48.8854 +0.15% +16.68%
L Income $27.7077 -0.01% +3.62%
L 2025 $14.2641 -0.01% +3.65%
L 2030 $53.1759 -0.06% +5.41%
L 2035 $16.0735 -0.06% +5.71%
L 2040 $61.2516 -0.07% +6.00%
L 2045 $16.8593 -0.07% +6.24%
L 2050 $37.1575 -0.08% +6.48%
L 2055 $18.8494 -0.13% +7.20%
L 2060 $18.8471 -0.13% +7.20%
L 2065 $18.8446 -0.13% +7.20%
L 2070 $11.1687 -0.13% +7.22%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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