Making Your Money Last Through a Multi-Decade Retirement
The author says that federal employees have much to be thankful for when it comes to generating income in retirement.
If you are a federal employee, you may be wondering how to plan for your retirement and make the most of your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP is a tax-advantaged retirement savings plan that allows you to invest in various funds and options, depending on your risk tolerance and goals. On this tag page, you will find articles and resources that will help you understand the benefits and features of the TSP, as well as tips and strategies to increase your investment returns and secure your future income. You will also learn about the latest news and updates on the TSP performance, fees, withdrawals, and more. Whether you are just starting your federal career or are near retirement, these articles will provide you with valuable information and guidance on how to make the best use of your TSP.
The author says that federal employees have much to be thankful for when it comes to generating income in retirement.
2013 has been a good year so far for investors but the F fund and TSP stock funds declined in June.
The S fund has provided TSP investors with the largest gains so far in 2013 with a return of 31.05%. TSP investors have about 8% of their assets in the S fund.
Another few months have passed since the debt ceiling was raised and time for another raise in our debt. How will your retirement annuity payments and your G fund investments be impacted?
As you get closer to the time when federal employees start thinking about retirement, there can often be apprehension about whether or not you are ready. This article will attempt to give you a clear understanding of the financial impacts of your decisions, so you can be informed and comfortable with what you decide.
The author says that economic stimulation in the United States cannot last forever and eventually we will have to go through some suffering to make things right. She says federal employees may see more changes coming to their retirement benefits and should have a realistic plan before making the decision to leave government service.
The authors address some common misconceptions about federal retirement.
All of the TSP funds were up in April. The biggest gainer was the I fund which was up 5.32% for the month and it up 9.88% for the year to date.
The author examines a couple of different investment strategies for the TSP and some of the pros and cons of each approach.
TSP stock funds have all moved up significantly in 2013 as the stock market hit new highs in March.