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How to Double Your TSP Account

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerApril 14, 2021 4:01 PM
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These are some planning tips to help maximize the growth of your TSP account over the course of your federal career.

5 Strategies to Reduce Your 2020 Tax Bill

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinMarch 30, 2021 8:01 AM
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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 GliegerFebruary 24, 2021 8:17 AM

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

Common Retirement Myths Exposed

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyFebruary 9, 2021 3:14 PM
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These are three common retirement myths that federal employees need to be aware of.

Are There Times You Shouldn’t Use the Roth TSP?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsDecember 26, 2020 8:37 AM
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What are the scenarios under which federal employees should and should not use the Roth TSP? Here are some considerations.

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

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNovember 18, 2020 3:42 PM

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

3 Essential Tax Planning Strategies for Federal Retirees

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbUpdated: October 27, 2020 4:50 PM
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Paying taxes is never fun, but there are ways to minimize your tax burden. These are three important ones that apply to federal employees.

Why Isn’t the Roth TSP More Popular?

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciOctober 21, 2020 1:44 PM
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Data from the TSP show that the Roth option is far less popular than the traditional. The author discusses why this may be the case.

Why a Roth IRA May Be Right For You

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyJuly 13, 2020 2:32 PM
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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.

Will Federal Employees Really Have Lower Taxes in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJune 24, 2020 12:44 PM
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Many federal employees assume they will be in a lower tax bracket in retirement. As the author explains, this may not be the case.

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Daily TSP Rates

April 16, 2021

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $16.5642 0.00% +0.34%
F Fund $20.6599 -0.21% -2.53%
C Fund $62.5744 +0.36% +11.92%
S Fund $83.2814 -0.04% +12.24%
I Fund $38.1916 +0.63% +7.92%
L Income $22.8224 +0.08% +2.45%
L 2025 $11.7099 +0.18% +4.93%
L 2030 $41.1987 +0.23% +6.25%
L 2035 $12.3586 +0.25% +6.82%
L 2040 $46.7156 +0.27% +7.42%
L 2045 $12.7869 +0.29% +7.92%
L 2050 $27.9890 +0.31% +8.45%
L 2055 $13.7141 +0.39% +10.49%
L 2060 $13.7140 +0.39% +10.49%
L 2065 $13.7139 +0.39% +10.49%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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