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Top 3 Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Jennifer MeyerBy Jennifer MeyerNovember 17, 2022 2:03 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement

The author explains the top three ways federal employees can ruin their retirements from her series 10 Easy Ways to Ruin a Federal Retirement.

C Fund Stellar Performance Continues: 26.82% So Far in 2021

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNovember 19, 2021 1:32 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

TSP plan assets topped $800 billion for the first time in October. The C Fund leads all TSP fund performance so far in 2021.

3 Times It’s OK to Take a TSP Loan

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsUpdated: June 22, 2021 9:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Is it ever a good idea to take a TSP loan? These are 3 occasions when it may make sense to do so.

Taking a Residential Loan From Your TSP

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyMay 27, 2021 8:07 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

What is a residential TSP loan and how does it work?

Retiring With an Unpaid TSP Loan? Here’s What You Need to Know

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonMarch 1, 2021 3:13 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How can an outstanding TSP loan impact your retirement?

Federal Guide to TSP Loans

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyDecember 11, 2020 9:30 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

How do TSP loans work? Here is an overview of the process.

Paying Double Taxes on TSP Loans

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsOctober 14, 2020 1:36 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News 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.

You Can Now Apply for Coronavirus TSP Loans

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJune 16, 2020 8:51 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Special loan and withdrawal options are now available to TSP participants affected by the coronavirus.

Four Reasons to Avoid Taking a TSP Loan

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbJuly 10, 2019 2:54 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Borrowing from your TSP account can be detrimental to your long-term savings. The author explains why it’s best to avoid.

Credit Card Debt and a Good TSP Loan

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbApril 22, 2019 2:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The author says that taking a loan from your TSP is something you should generally avoid, but there are times when it can make sense.

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Daily TSP Performance

March 31, 2023

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $17.4025 +0.01% +0.97%
F Fund $18.7780 +0.46% +3.13%
C Fund $63.3162 +1.45% +7.49%
S Fund $65.1315 +2.09% +5.85%
I Fund $36.8714 +0.48% +8.63%
L Income $23.4820 +0.33% +2.76%
L 2025 $11.8485 +0.50% +3.72%
L 2030 $41.1031 +0.75% +5.19%
L 2035 $12.2431 +0.83% +5.60%
L 2040 $45.9761 +0.90% +6.00%
L 2045 $12.4994 +0.96% +6.34%
L 2050 $27.2072 +1.02% +6.67%
L 2055 $13.2041 +1.19% +7.67%
L 2060 $13.2028 +1.19% +7.67%
L 2065 $13.2013 +1.19% +7.68%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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