Tag: TSP
Why the Classic 4% Rule May Not Fit Your Retirement
For decades, the “4% rule” has been a simple benchmark for retirees: withdraw 4% of your total savings in the first year ...October TSP Returns
For federal employees, the TSP is a powerful retirement benefit. With low fees, government backing, and a variety of investment options, it ...Recommended TSP Balance at Age 50
Federal employees have unique retirement needs, so it’s important to focus on savings guidelines tailored to you. While private-sector benchmarks suggest saving ...TSP Funds Continue Gains in September
In September 2025, TSP stock funds remained positive despite the looming government shutdown. The C Fund gained 3.65%, the S Fund rose ...Federal Retirement Application Processing Times Climb
The average processing time for federal retirement applications has increased to 76 days, up from 70 days in August. This rise comes ...TSP Roth Conversion Arrives January 2026
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) has announced that starting in January, participants will be able to convert their traditional TSP balances into ...TSP Funds Show Positive Returns in August
In August 2025, the TSP reported positive returns across all of its funds. The S Fund, tracking small-and mid-size businesses, led with ...Why DIY Retirement Planning May Not Work For Feds
Since your FERS annuity (pension), Social Security, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) provide three streams of retirement income, you may be tempted ...TSP Funds Show Mixed Results
In July 2025, the TSP reported mixed performance across its funds, with 14 of 16 funds posting gains, though most grew by ...More Feds Hit TSP Millionaire Status
A growing number of federal employees are retiring with more than $1 million in their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) accounts, a milestone ...
