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Why Some of Your Contributions Should Be in Roth TSP

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterMay 20, 2025 2:21 PM | Updated: May 27, 2025 12:08 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees can balance their TSP contributions between Traditional and Roth to optimize tax savings now and tax-free growth later.

4 Reasons to Avoid Traditional TSP

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsMay 13, 2025 9:07 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

These are some reasons why federal employees may want to consider avoiding the traditional TSP.

Best Tax-Saving Strategies for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 24, 2025 9:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are among the best ways federal employees can minimize taxes in retirement.

7 Critical Tax Years to Plan for in Retirement

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsApr 17, 2025 9:27 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are 7 important retirement milestones on which to focus your retirement planning.

Your Tax Refund as a Financial Tactic

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterApr 14, 2025 8:35 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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A tax refund can provide a cushion against having to send more money to the IRS.

How Tax Bracket “Bumps” Can Cost Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciApr 8, 2025 9:32 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Understanding the progressive nature of the tax code can help federal employees both during their careers and after retirement.

Roth Conversion Break-Even Point

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsMar 27, 2025 8:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Do you need to take the break even analysis on taxes into account when doing Roth conversions?

The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterMar 17, 2025 12:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Retroactive payments made under the Social Security Fairness Act could have tax implications.

A Tax Deduction and a Tax Credit for a Thrift Savings Plan Contribution?

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterFeb 18, 2025 8:45 AM | Updated: Feb 20, 2025 2:06 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Some federal employees can earn a tax credit on TSP contributions using the Saver’s Tax Credit.

Fixing the Widow/Widower Tax Trap

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsFeb 12, 2025 1:57 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

While estate taxes are often associated with “death taxes,” a more commonly overlooked issue is the tax increase faced by surviving spouses when filing taxes individually.

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Daily TSP Performance

June 12, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.1284 +0.01% +2.00%
F Fund $20.0748 +0.37% +3.06%
C Fund $96.0737 +0.38% +3.38%
S Fund $89.7781 -0.20% -0.41%
I Fund $49.1157 +0.47% +17.23%
L Income $27.7407 +0.12% +3.74%
L 2025 $14.2818 +0.12% +3.78%
L 2030 $53.2972 +0.23% +5.65%
L 2035 $16.1137 +0.25% +5.98%
L 2040 $61.4173 +0.27% +6.29%
L 2045 $16.9078 +0.29% +6.55%
L 2050 $37.2703 +0.30% +6.80%
L 2055 $18.9127 +0.34% +7.56%
L 2060 $18.9104 +0.34% +7.56%
L 2065 $18.9080 +0.34% +7.56%
L 2070 $11.2064 +0.34% +7.58%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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