Retirement
The Early Withdrawal Penalty and Federal Law Enforcement Officers
Proposed legislation t would make federal Correctional Officers exempt from the TSP early withdrawal penalty that applies when retiring before age 55.
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.
Federal Workforce News
C Fund Investors Enjoy Best Monthly Return in 5 Years
Investors in the TSP's C fund enjoyed their best month of returns since December 2010. So, here is a question you should ask yourself: Are you prepared for…
Federal Workforce News
A Growing Number of Wealthy Federal Employees
The number of TSP participants with at least $1 million in the TSP is continuing to grow rapidly. Some readers will be surprised at the increasing number of…
Federal Workforce News
FRTIB Seeking Manager for the C Fund
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) announced today that it has released a request for proposal for a fund manager for the TSP's C Fund.
Pay & Benefits
Most TSP Funds Down in January
Most of the TSP funds were down in January with the C fund leading the trend with a negative return of -2.99%. Should investors be worried?
Q&A
An Investment That ‘Can’t Lose Money’
A financial planner we met with was interested in moving a chunk of our TSP investment into an investment that "can't lose money." What are your thoughts on…
Pay & Benefits
Proposal Expanding TSP and FEHB to Wider Audience
A new proposal would expand the TSP to military personnel and FEHB to military families and retirees.
Pay & Benefits
Opening Up Mutual Fund Investment to TSP Investors
Some TSP investors would like to have more investment options. Others like the TSP the way it is now constructed. Changes are already under serious consideration.
Retirement
Constructing a Retirement Income Plan
There are many factors to consider when constructing a strategy for retirement. Through the use of detailed examples, the author outlines some of the most crucial sources of…
Retirement
Taxes Federal Employees Will Face in Retirement
When a federal employee has retired, income taxes do not go away, they just change somewhat. Federal pensions, Social Security and distributions from the Thrift Savings Plan are…