Pay & Benefits
Volatility Returns as TSP Stock Funds Drop in March
As the stock market became increasingly volatile, TSP funds slipped and plan participants pulled a lot more money out of the stock funds.
TSP
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.
Retirement
Emotional Investing: Another View
The "rational" choice in investing is the one that produces the best financial gain. However, the author says your emotions play a valid role in the process.
Retirement
Marrying Before or After Your Federal Retirement: Pros vs. Cons
I’m retiring in a few years and I’m in a long-term relationship, but I’m not married. What are the pros and cons of marrying before or after retirement?
Retirement
Is Common Sense All You Need to Plan Your Retirement?
I've read about what to do with my TSP after retirement, but I believe all we can do is use common sense and hope that our money will…
Retirement
Strategies For Managing The TSP Through A Turbulent Market
The stock market was on a tear last year but has become more volatile recently. How do you plan an investment strategy amid the turmoil?
Retirement
Don’t Let Your Emotions Take Control of Sound Financial Planning
Volatility in the stock market has been increasing. How can you avoid letting your emotions get in the way of your retirement plans?
Pay & Benefits
Markets Go Up and Markets Go Down
Which TSP fund lost more than 5% in February? Which TSP fund had the only positive return? Here are the results.
Agency News
FRTIB Announces Selection of New Chief Investment Officer
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board has announced the selection of a new Chief Investment Officer.
Pay & Benefits
What’s the Impact of the [PROPOSED] FERS Benefit Cuts?
The White House's 2019 budget outlined a number of proposed cuts to federal employees' benefits. How much of an impact would these have on your retirement?
Pay & Benefits
IRS: TSP Annual Contribution Limit Not Affected by New Tax Law
The IRS said in a recent announcement that the new tax cut law will not change the 2018 annual contribution limit for the TSP.