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2021 Tax Planning Checklist

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFebruary 24, 2021 8:17 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

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

The Top Retirement Mistakes Federal Employees Made in 2020

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFebruary 19, 2021 11:19 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The author outlines the top retirement planning mistakes he observed federal employees make in 2020.

How Much of Your FERS Pension Will the Government Take in Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsFebruary 18, 2021 12:49 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Is your FERS pension taxable? As the author explains, federal employees could wind up with a smaller monthly income in retirement than they were expecting.

Common Retirement Myths Exposed

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

President Biden’s Pen and What It Means for You

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciJanuary 28, 2021 11:59 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

A number of new regulations have been issued since President Biden took office. The author summarizes some of the key changes.

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

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

Is It Time to Tax Telework?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 12, 2020 1:31 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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Telework has grown sharply during the pandemic, and a tax on remote workers has been pitched as a way to level the workforce playing field.

Want a Pay Raise In Retirement? Consider Moving

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOctober 27, 2020 8:11 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Where federal employees choose to live after retirement can have a big impact on their expenses.

3 Essential Tax Planning Strategies for Federal Retirees

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbUpdated: October 27, 2020 4:50 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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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.

Paying Double Taxes on TSP Loans

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOctober 14, 2020 1:36 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

There are a number of downsides to taking a loan from your TSP account, not the least of which is the potential doubling your tax burden.

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