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Changed Your Mind About Taking Social Security Early? Here Are Your Options

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiMay 20, 2024 12:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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If you start Social Security early but regret the decision, you have options. These are the options and considerations.

Social Security and the Retirement Earnings Test (RET) Can Bring Your Benefits to $0

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleMay 13, 2024 8:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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If you are on Social Security and have earned income, the Retirement Earnings Test can create significant penalties.

Beware of This if You Plan to Work After Retirement!

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 2, 2024 8:21 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees who are planning to work after retirement need to be aware of these potential pitfalls.

How to Report and Correct Your Social Security Earnings Record

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleApr 17, 2024 2:36 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Ensuring your reported earnings are accurate helps to maximize your Social Security benefits. Learn how to check and correct errors.

Social Security Does A Better Job Explaining Your Retirement Benefits Than I Can

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterApr 3, 2024 8:43 AM | Updated: Apr 4, 2024 10:44 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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When you need information on Social Security benefits, it’s always best to go straight to the source.

Can You Retire With $500k in Your TSP Account?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 27, 2024 9:11 AM | Updated: May 24, 2024 2:54 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Can a federal employee retire with $500,000 saved in the TSP? Here are some considerations.

Taxes on Social Security: What You Need to Know

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsMar 20, 2024 1:51 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Will your Social Security benefits be taxed and what implications are there for federal employees and retirees?

The Danger of Delaying Social Security

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 13, 2024 2:17 PM | Updated: Apr 11, 2024 8:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Should you take Social Security as early as possible or delay it? This is one important consideration when weighing the decision.

15 Questions Federal Employees Should Ask Before Retiring

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsMar 8, 2024 8:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are some important questions federal employees must address prior to retirement.

How is Your Retirement Income Taxed?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzFeb 2, 2024 8:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What taxes can federal employees expect to have on their income in retirement?

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Daily TSP Performance

May 13, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.0601 +0.01% +1.63%
F Fund $19.8158 -0.07% +1.73%
C Fund $93.4221 +0.73% +0.53%
S Fund $88.3467 +0.90% -2.00%
I Fund $46.8548 +0.26% +11.84%
L Income $27.4079 +0.16% +2.49%
L 2025 $14.1046 +0.17% +2.49%
L 2030 $52.1391 +0.36% +3.36%
L 2035 $15.7351 +0.39% +3.49%
L 2040 $59.8692 +0.42% +3.61%
L 2045 $16.4569 +0.45% +3.71%
L 2050 $36.2236 +0.48% +3.80%
L 2055 $18.2999 +0.58% +4.08%
L 2060 $18.2976 +0.58% +4.08%
L 2065 $18.2951 +0.58% +4.08%
L 2070 $10.8429 +0.58% +4.09%
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