The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is growing and evolving, offering new features and proving its potential for wealth building. Starting in 2026, federal employees and military personnel will gain access to a game-changing feature: Roth conversions. Meanwhile, a surge in the number…
A well-structured investment strategy involves segmenting your retirement savings into distinct "buckets," each tailored for different time horizons and types of expenses—typically short-term, intermediate, and long-term. Understanding where the G Fund fits into this approach can help you allocate your assets effectively.…
Unlike many of those in the private workforce, employment for federal employees is governed by federal laws. As a result, any divorce orders that affect your benefits must comply with these laws. It’s important to have an understanding of the documents you’re…
The standard contribution limit for your TSP is $23,000 annually. However, if you’re 50 or older, you’re currently allowed to add up to $7,500 in catch-up contributions. This can be a valuable tool in helping those nearing retirement boost their savings.
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The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) was designed to provide federal employees with a retirement savings option comparable to a private sector 401(k), featuring lower fees and a 5% matching contribution from their agency. However, many federal employees are not contributing enough each…
The new year has brought some changes regarding your federal benefits. Keeping up with these changes will help you maximize your benefits and better prepare for retirement.
TSP Contributions
TSP contribution limits for 2025 have been increased. This applies to both traditional…
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) will be updating the benchmark index for the I Fund throughout 2024, aiming to broaden the fund’s diversification and grant participants access to a wider array of international markets and companies.
Background on the Change…
When you retire or leave your job, it might take up to 30 days for the TSP to get notified by your agency. During this time, you won’t be able to access your money. Once the TSP is notified, they’ll give you…
When you retire, you can leave your money in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and let it grow. But if you want more control or flexibility, it's important to know what the TSP doesn’t allow you to do.
In-Plan Roth Conversions Aren’t…
The stock market experienced significant growth in 2024, marking a second consecutive year of substantial gains. These successful consecutive years have also had an impact on the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), which experienced notable performance across its various funds in 2024. Here's…
