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IRS Tax Penalty Jumps to 8%; A Big Surprise is Coming to Millions of Americans

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleApr 24, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Inflation has driven up tax penalty interest rates which may come as a shock to millions of taxpayers.

The Basics of Estate Planning

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsApr 15, 2024 8:22 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Do you understand the basic components and guidelines of proper estate planning?

The Case for Roth Conversions Through 2025

By Katelyn MurrayApr 9, 2024 9:31 AM | Updated: Sep 20, 2024 4:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement
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Federal employees and retirees may be wise to consider Roth conversions before 2026 to help lower their future tax burdens.

Tax Strategies When Taking TSP Withdrawals

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 2, 2024 9:16 AM | Updated: Apr 3, 2024 5:24 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Tax planning is important when withdrawing money from your TSP account, otherwise you may be paying more in taxes than you have to.

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?

Consider This Before Taking a TSP Withdrawal

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMar 8, 2024 1:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Taxes are unavoidable, but you can minimize them. These are some ways federal employees can reduce taxes while working and after retirement.

Should You Do Roth Conversions Before or After Retirement?

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsFeb 23, 2024 8:45 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

When is the best time for federal employees to do Roth conversions? These are some considerations.

4 Ways to Optimize Your Savings and Investments in 2024

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFeb 9, 2024 8:44 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

These are some ways federal employees can plan for financial success for the coming year.

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?

TSP Distributions and Tax Planning for Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbJan 25, 2024 10:05 AM | Updated: Jan 26, 2024 10:59 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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This detailed example illustrates ways that federal employees under FERS can minimize taxes on their retirement income.

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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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