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Over the course of your federal career, you’re likely to build a healthy balance in your Thrift Savings Plan. With low administrative fees and several funds...
A late-November stock-market rally helped deliver a boost to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) performance in 2025, underscoring how strategic fund allocation can impact retirement outcomes. Federal...
For federal employees, the TSP is a powerful retirement benefit. With low fees, government backing, and a variety of investment options, it offers a strong foundation...
Federal employees have unique retirement needs, so it’s important to follow savings guidelines designed for your situation. While private-sector benchmarks often suggest having six times your...
In September 2025, TSP stock funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S Fund rose 2.04% , and the...
Since 2012, federal employees have had the option to contribute after-tax dollars to the Roth Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). While agency matching contributions still go into...
The Thrift Savings Plan posted gains across all funds in August 2025. The S Fund, which tracks small- and mid-cap U.S. companies, led the way with...
When market conditions turn shaky, many federal employees shift a large share of their balance into the TSP G Fund. It’s viewed as the safest choice...
In July 2025, the TSP reported mixed performance across its funds, with 14 of 16 funds posting gains, though most grew by less than 1%. The...
Federal employees are facing unprecedented job insecurity as each day brings fresh news of attempts to reduce the federal workforce. It’s never been more important to...
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After a volatile start to 2026, May TSP performance delivered for investors. Every fund in the Thrift Savings Plan finished...
Most federal employees understand that divorce can affect a pension. What many do not realize is that a divorce settlement...
For many federal employees, the FERS pension becomes the foundation of retirement income. Unlike savings accounts or market-based investments, it...
When you separate from federal service, any unused annual leave is paid out in a lump sum. For employees who...
After a rough March that left most TSP funds in negative territory, April delivered a welcome turnaround in TSP performance....
Public Service Recognition Week runs from May 3 through May 9 this year. It’s a designated time to acknowledge the...
At some point, most federal employees end up asking these two important questions: when can I retire, and how much...
For federal employees preparing to leave government service, few numbers carry more weight than the FERS Minimum Retirement Age. It...
If you’re a FERS employee, your retirement annuity is primarily driven by two things: your years of creditable service and...
Markets gave back some of their early 2026 gains in March. Rising global tensions pushed investors toward caution, sending most...