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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.

TSP Stock Funds Drop in October

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 2, 2012 7:39 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The TSP funds have been on a roll for the summer but turned down again in October. Here are the results.

TSP Among Closures from Hurricane Sandy

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 30, 2012 11:12 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Thrift Savings Plan has ceased processing transactions in conjunction with the New York Stock Exchange being closed from Hurricane Sandy.

IRS Announces 2013 Pension Plan Limitations

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 22, 2012 11:40 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The Internal Revenue Service recently announced 2013 contribution limits for employees who participate in the Thrift Savings Plan.

Accessing Your TSP Account After Retirement

By Jason VisnerOct 8, 2012 2:18 PM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

The Thrift Savings Program (TSP) is the primary retirement savings method for federal employees, and the benefits are well known. The author says that making withdrawals from your TSP account can be complicated and offers some considerations when deciding to make withdrawals.

Future Retirement: Federal Workers In Good Shape

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 4, 2012 4:39 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

How much money is in your TSP account? Here are some averages for the federal workforce and private sector.

All TSP Funds Up Again in September

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 2, 2012 9:31 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Good news for investors: All of the TSP funds had a positive return again in September but investors were cashing out of stock funds and moving into the safety of bonds at the end of the last reporting period.

Risk Tolerance and Retirement Planning

By Michael Canet, JD LLMSep 11, 2012 6:42 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The author points out that when planning for retirement, you must factor risk into potential returns in order to gain a full understanding when planning your investment portfolio.

All TSP Funds Provide Positive Returns in August

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 5, 2012 8:56 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

All of the TSP funds had a positive return in August with the C fund showing a YTD return of 13.61%.

The Tiered Approach to Retirement Income For The Federal Employee

By Jason VisnerAug 3, 2012 8:58 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

There are many things to consider when determining an appropriate asset allocation for your TSP. The author discusses a 3-tier investment strategy that is designed to spread risk out over varying lengths of time.

C Fund Up 11% in 2012

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 2, 2012 9:25 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

All of the TSP funds have a positive return for the year and most were up in July as well. The G fund hit an all-time low rate of return in June.

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