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...
An increasing number of federal workers are entering retirement with seven-figure Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) balances — a milestone that was once exceptionally rare. Newly released...