Party Time? All TSP Funds Head Up in February
All of the TSP funds are up in February and for the year-to-date. Most are up for the past six months. Is it now time to “Let the good times roll?”
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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.
FERS and Your Future Retirement: How Much Will You Receive After Retirement?
How much will you receive in retirement income when you retire? Here are some examples that will demonstrate how your retirement income is calculated.
Positive Start for TSP Funds in January
All TSP funds had a positive return in January as the Thrift Savings Plan is off to a good start for 2011.
L 2050 Fund Debuts in TSP
The TSP is unveiling a new fund in its family of Lifecycle funds: the L 2050 fund. The fund is designed for participants who will begin to withdraw their holdings after 2045 and replaces the now obsolete L 2010 fund.
The Debt Limit and Your TSP Fund
How safe is your TSP in a major recession and with extraordinarily large government debt as a common topic in the media?
Bumpy Ride for Thrift Savings Plan Investors But Patience Was Rewarded
2010 was a bumpy ride for investors in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The gains for the year were solid but most of the advances occurred during the last half of the year–rewarding those investors who had the fortitude to withstand the ups and downs along the way.
Implementing a Roth Retirement Plan for Federal Employees
Are you interested in a new program that may enhance your future retirement? Back in June 2009, legislation was passed authorizing creation of a Roth plan using after-tax salary into an account that will grow without any additional tax liability on future earnings. That option is now being implemented.
Market Defies Historical Monthly Trends: Will Thrift Savings Plan Investors See a ‘Santa Claus’ Rally in December?
The stock market cooled in November with a number of the TSP funds losing ground. No doubt, future and current federal retirees are hoping for a “Santa Claus” rally.
TSP Stock Funds Continue Strong Performance As More Investors Participate in Lifecycle Funds
The SandP 500 index (the index on which the C fund is based) went up about 13 percent in September and October, the best performance in these months since 1998. Here is a summary of the TSP funds for October and the year-to-date.
Keeping Perspective: The TSP and Your Retirement Future
Congress is considering changes to your TSP. How should this impact your retirement investment decisions?
