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Legislation Aims to Boost Americans’ Retirement Savings

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 15, 2019 3:28 PM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 10:46 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Many Americans do not save nearly enough for retirement. Two Senators want to change that.

Quick Financial Tips for Federal Employees

By Alexis HongamenMay 13, 2019 1:14 PM | Updated: May 23, 2019 9:53 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The author lists several tips for federal employees when it comes to their pay, benefits and retirement.

Am I Allowed to Contribute to Both a Roth IRA and the Roth TSP?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 24, 2019 2:14 PM | Updated: Apr 20, 2021 12:44 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment
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Can I contribute to both a Roth IRA and the Roth TSP?

How Much Will Be in My IRA?

By Robert F. BensonApr 9, 2019 3:19 PM | Updated: Jul 18, 2019 4:34 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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You have to begin taking withdrawals from your IRAs when you reach a certain age. How likely is this to exhaust your principal?

Benefits Cuts from 2020 Budget Mirror Past Proposals

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 16, 2019 5:38 PM | Updated: Oct 15, 2020 11:52 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Recent proposed cuts to federal employees’ benefits appear to be the same as ones from past budget proposals. Here is a recap.

Do IRAs Actually Have Lower Fees Than the TSP?

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonFeb 11, 2019 2:24 PM | Updated: Feb 19, 2019 11:28 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The author provides an “apples to apples” comparison of fees between the TSP and an IRA to see how they stack up.

Now Is the Time to Seize the Day

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinJan 14, 2019 9:08 AM | Updated: Jul 9, 2019 7:45 PM Categories Federal Employee 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.

10 Ways to Save on Taxes And Expenses in 2019

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbDec 26, 2018 10:41 AM | Updated: Aug 1, 2023 7:28 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The start of a new year is a good time to review your finances. These are some simple things you can do to help save on taxes and boost your long-term savings.

2019 Contribution Limits Announced for the TSP

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 1, 2018 11:33 AM | Updated: Nov 13, 2018 12:44 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The IRS has announced the 2019 contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs. How much extra will you be able to save?

Roth Re-Characterization Deadline Fast Approaching

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeOct 9, 2018 2:37 PM | Updated: Oct 18, 2018 12:36 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Have you re-characterized a Roth IRA? This October has an important deadline for taxpayers using this technique.

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Daily TSP Performance

July 3, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.1780 +0.01% +2.26%
F Fund $20.1671 -0.29% +3.54%
C Fund $99.8766 +0.85% +7.48%
S Fund $94.3016 +0.93% +4.60%
I Fund $50.0208 +0.28% +19.39%
L Income $28.0451 +0.17% +4.88%
L 2030 $54.4301 +0.39% +7.90%
L 2035 $16.4858 +0.42% +8.42%
L 2040 $62.9473 +0.46% +8.94%
L 2045 $17.3553 +0.49% +9.37%
L 2050 $38.3146 +0.52% +9.79%
L 2055 $19.5416 +0.65% +11.14%
L 2060 $19.5392 +0.65% +11.14%
L 2065 $19.5367 +0.65% +11.14%
L 2070 $11.5791 +0.65% +11.15%
L 2075 $10.1144 +0.65% %
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