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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.

4 Questions to Resolve Before Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsFeb 5, 2024 1:31 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are four important questions federal employees should consider before retirement.

How is Your Retirement Income Taxed?

FedSmith.com author Justin HoltzBy Justin HoltzFeb 2, 2024 8:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What taxes can federal employees expect to have on their income in retirement?

First Month’s 2024 TSP Returns: Mixed Results

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 1, 2024 9:24 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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How do the monthly TSP returns look to start 2024? Despite a big drop on the last day, most TSP Funds showed a positive return in January.

Can Transferred TSP Funds “Just Disappear?”

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 31, 2024 11:15 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Publicity about problems with the TSP may have unnerved some TSP investors. Here is how “lost” TSP money is handled.

Number of TSP Millionaires Hits Record High in 2023

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 26, 2024 6:25 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The stock market rally in 2023 led to a record setting increase in the number of TSP millionaires.

TSP Distributions and Tax Planning for Federal Retirement

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbJan 25, 2024 10:05 AM | Updated: Jan 26, 2024 10:59 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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This detailed example illustrates ways that federal employees under FERS can minimize taxes on their retirement income.

2024 Provides Positive Start for TSP Investors

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 23, 2024 1:48 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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L Fund investments are increasing in the TSP. CSRS participation is declining as these investors age. More federal employees now getting the full match.

A New TSP Asset Allocation Quilt Chart for 2024

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterJan 23, 2024 8:21 AM | Updated: Jan 7, 2025 4:08 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

This colorful chart is a visual aid to help federal employees diversify their TSP investments for retirement.

Can Federal Employees Contribute to Both an IRA and the TSP in 2024?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 19, 2024 9:33 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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For federal employees who are eligible, contributing to multiple retirement accounts can help to build wealth for retirement.

The SECURE Act 2.0 and the TSP

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterJan 17, 2024 1:33 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees and retirees should stay tuned for how the TSP will accomplish its implementation of the SECURE Act 2.0.

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Daily TSP Performance

April 16, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8298 +0.01% +1.24%
F Fund $20.9970 -0.14% +0.55%
C Fund $113.0459 +0.26% +3.23%
S Fund $106.8240 +0.28% +6.39%
I Fund $61.4234 +0.02% +10.69%
L Income $30.0174 +0.05% +2.65%
L 2030 $60.4213 +0.10% +4.00%
L 2035 $18.4846 +0.11% +4.56%
L 2040 $71.0648 +0.12% +4.84%
L 2045 $19.7088 +0.13% +5.08%
L 2050 $43.7636 +0.14% +5.32%
L 2055 $22.7589 +0.18% +6.21%
L 2060 $22.7562 +0.18% +6.20%
L 2065 $22.7534 +0.18% +6.20%
L 2070 $13.4856 +0.18% +6.20%
L 2075 $11.7797 +0.18% +6.20%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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