Retirement
2017 TSP Contribution Limits
The TSP has provided details about the annual contribution limits for plan participants in 2017 as defined by the IRS.
TSP
Stay updated with the latest TSP news, including TSP fund performance, investment updates, contribution limits, withdrawal rules, and fee changes that impact federal employees and retirees. Here, you’ll find articles on TSP investment strategies, L Fund performance, market trends, TSP modernization updates, and guidance to help you make informed decisions about your Thrift Savings Plan. Whether you’re early in your federal career or preparing for retirement, find clear insights on maximizing your TSP growth and managing your long‑term financial strategy.
Retirement
Its Good to be a Federal Employee: Investing Advantages as Stocks Rise
TSP stock funds were up in November. One fund is now up more than 14% for the year. Bond yields are also up. Here is why the market…
Retirement
Federal Retirees: Don’t Get Bitten by the Estimated Tax Penalty
New retirees are prone to getting caught by the estimated tax penalty, or ETP. Here are some tips on how federal retirees can avoid getting hit with extra…
Retirement
Required Minimum Distributions and Your TSP
The Thrift Savings Plan requires that participants who are 70.5 or older take required minimum distributions each year. Here is how this works.
Retirement
Elections and the Stock Market: All TSP Stock Funds Down in October
Does the stock market predict the results of a presidential election? The TSP stock funds were down in October.
Retirement
TSP Annual Contribution Limit Unchanged for 2017
The Internal Revenue Service has announced that the annual contribution limit for the Thrift Savings Plan will remain at $18,000 per year.
Retirement
5 Financial Pillars for Young Federal Employees to Build Upon
The earlier you start saving for retirement, the better off you will be financially when you finally get there. Here are some tips for younger federal employees to…
Federal Workforce News
TSP Offering Help for Hurricane Matthew Victims
The Thrift Savings Plan announced this week that it is making a temporary rule change to help victims of Hurricane Matthew.
Retirement
Improvement Plans for the Thrift Savings Plan
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board recently released its five year strategic plan. The author highlights two goals from the plan and what they would mean for federal…
Retirement
Best and Worst TSP Returns in 2016
All but one TSP fund had positive returns in September. Here are the best and worst performing funds so far in 2016.