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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.

5 Huge Retirement Mistakes

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsJan 14, 2025 8:25 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees: Are you making any of these mistakes in your retirement planning?

How Can Federal Employees Prepare for RMDs?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsDec 26, 2024 9:50 AM | Updated: Jan 9, 2025 8:01 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Without proper planning, Required Minimum Distributions can be a tax burden for federal employees in retirement.

The Smart Money List

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsDec 5, 2024 8:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Money for retirement savings is saved or invested in different kinds of accounts. Taxes will impact these accounts in different ways.

Essential Year-End Financial Planning for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerDec 3, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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A little financial planning now can go a long way for federal employees in the upcoming year.

Dying With a Large TSP or IRA Balance

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsOct 11, 2024 8:45 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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A lack of proper financial planning can leave your heirs with a significant tax liability.

Reasons NOT to Do Roth Conversions

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsAug 15, 2024 9:33 AM | Updated: Aug 19, 2024 8:29 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are 8 scenarios when it might not make sense to do Roth conversions.

Annual Leave Payout Taxed at 40%?!

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsAug 13, 2024 8:04 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment

Federal employees with a large annual leave payout at retirement could be surprised with a large tax bill if they do not plan properly.

Should I Pay Off My Mortgage With My TSP?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJun 20, 2024 8:27 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Without proper planning, a large TSP withdrawal can dramatically increase your tax bill.

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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% %
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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