Retirement
Would Cutting the G Fund Interest Rate Benefit Federal Employees?
The G fund has never had a losing year. The rate of return on the G fund has been dropping as inflation has gone down and consideration is…
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.
Pay & Benefits
Republicans Consider Cutting G Fund Interest Rate to Raise Money
Republicans in the Senate have revived a previously defunct idea that would drastically cut the interest rate that the G Fund pays to TSP investors.
Pay & Benefits
What Happens to Your Benefits if You Die While Still Working?
Federal employees should know what happens to their benefits if they die while still employed.
Retirement
How Do You Compare to Other TSP Investors?
How do your TSP fund balances and investment decisions compare to other federal employees? Are TSP balances generally going up or down? Recent data from the TSP provide…
Federal Workforce News
TSP Results at Mid-Year: Minor Gains Despite Losses in June
All TSP funds, with the exception of the G fund, showed losses in June including all of the Lifecycle funds. However, all funds remain in positive territory for…
Retirement
New Survey Shows The Top 3 Reasons Many Feds Are Not Retiring: How Would You Have Responded?
According to recent statistics, many federal employees that can retire are not doing so. The author asks why this is the case and provides some reasons why he…
Retirement
Bill Exempting Some Feds From TSP Withdrawal Penalty Becomes Law
The Defending Public Safety Employees Retirement Act has been signed into law. What does this mean for federal employees and their Thrift Savings Plan investments?
Retirement
Bill Exempting Some Feds From TSP Withdrawal Penalty Expected to Become Law
The Defending Public Safety Employees' Retirement Act has passed Congress and now goes to the president for signature.
Federal Workforce News
What Managers Can Do to Help Their Employees Prepare for Retirement
Managers have an important role in developing their employees, and this includes helping their employees become better prepared for retirement. The author lists some steps federal managers can…
Federal Workforce News
Legislation Exempting Some Feds From Retirement Plan Withdrawal Penalty Gains Ground
The Defending Public Safety Employees’ Retirement Act which would benefit federal employees in law enforcement is making progress towards becoming law after some recent actions in Congress.