TSP Offering Help for Hurricane Matthew Victims
The Thrift Savings Plan announced this week that it is making a temporary rule change to help victims of Hurricane Matthew.
If you are a federal employee, you may be wondering how to plan for your retirement and make the most of your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP is a tax-advantaged retirement savings plan that allows you to invest in various funds and options, depending on your risk tolerance and goals. On this tag page, you will find articles and resources that will help you understand the benefits and features of the TSP, as well as tips and strategies to increase your investment returns and secure your future income. You will also learn about the latest news and updates on the TSP performance, fees, withdrawals, and more. Whether you are just starting your federal career or are near retirement, these articles will provide you with valuable information and guidance on how to make the best use of your TSP.
The Thrift Savings Plan announced this week that it is making a temporary rule change to help victims of Hurricane Matthew.
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board recently released its five year strategic plan. The author highlights two goals from the plan and what they would mean for federal employees investing in the Thrift Savings Plan.
All but one TSP fund had positive returns in September. Here are the best and worst performing funds so far in 2016.
The author outlines some of the most crucial sources of retirement income for federal employees.
How did your TSP investments perform in August? The latest monthly returns show many of the TSP funds experienced relatively little change.
How do required minimum distributions work with your traditional IRA? Here are some key facts for you to know.
I am a 42 year old GS-10 FERS employee with 12 years of service. As long as I work at least 30 years and put 5% into the TSP, will my retirement income be that much different from someone that is a higher grade than me?
How do you determine how much money you will need in retirement? A lot depends on the retirement lifestyle that you desire. The author discusses the “80% rule” and how it applies to giving you the lifestyle you desire to have in retirement.
Have the low interest rates we have been having for the last several years affected the amount of money a person would be entitled to if he chose the TSP annuity option?
All of the TSP funds were up in July and two funds went up more than 5%. All of the TSP funds are also in positive territory for the year-to-date.