TSP C Fund Provides Highest Returns in March
All TSP funds moved up in March with the exception of the F fund which felt the impact of inflation on bond fund yields.
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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.
Front-Loading Your Thrift Savings Plan
Retiring during 2012? You may want to consider “front-loading” your TSP.
Is the Roth TSP Right for Me?
The author outlines the similarities and differences between the Roth TSP and the traditional TSP to help participants understand if the new Roth option is right for them.
Reversal in the TSP: Investors Buying Instead of Dumping the C Fund
How have you fared in the investment volatility facing the stock market? TSP investors dumped shares of the C fund throughout 2011 started buying again in January.
Managing Variability in Thrift Savings Plans
A basic knowledge of variability is essential for managing your investments in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The author discusses some common mistakes investors make and ways to manage them.
Considering The New TSP Roth Option
The TSP will begin offering a Roth option in during the second quarter (April – June) of this year. The author provides some considerations for investors when deciding whether or not to utilize this new option in their TSP accounts.
208 TSP Millionaires Enjoy a Big Return in January
How are your TSP investments progressing? One TSP investor now has over $4 million in an account. 207 others don’t have that much but still have over $1 million accrued.
Are You Making the Most of Your TSP?
If you are able to invest in the TSP, you should make sure you are getting the most out of it with the government’s matching contributions. The author offers some details on how to take full advantage of this.
Magic 8 Ball 2012: Should I Retire This Year?
What can federal employees expect in 2012? While no one can know for sure, the author offers some considerations you can take into account to help you be prepared for whatever the future brings.
How Did Your TSP Funds Fare in 2011?
2011 was a very volatile year for the stock market. Despite the volatility, the C fund finished up slightly for the year but the bond funds were the bigger winners.
