S Fund Drops in April and I Fund Finishes On Top for Month
The I fund finished ahead of other TSP funds in April. All funds were up with the exception of the S fund.
If you are a federal employee, you may be wondering how to plan for your retirement and make the most of your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP is a tax-advantaged retirement savings plan that allows you to invest in various funds and options, depending on your risk tolerance and goals. On this tag page, you will find articles and resources that will help you understand the benefits and features of the TSP, as well as tips and strategies to increase your investment returns and secure your future income. You will also learn about the latest news and updates on the TSP performance, fees, withdrawals, and more. Whether you are just starting your federal career or are near retirement, these articles will provide you with valuable information and guidance on how to make the best use of your TSP.
The I fund finished ahead of other TSP funds in April. All funds were up with the exception of the S fund.
Can one leave the TSP as it is for now and take monthly payments for now and roll over into an IRA after 2 years?
A new regulation implements authority for the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board to order a non-federal employer to withhold up to 15 percent of an employee’s disposable income to pay a non-tax delinquent debt owed.
Is it better to start saving early for retirement? Absolutely! However, not everybody is willing or able to start at a young age. Are you ever really “too old” to invest and save for your future?
The stock market has been on a tear since its drop in 2008. Are you worried about losing money in your TSP due to a pullback? Before you make any emotional investment decisions, you may want to read one financial expert’s advice to a federal employee who was recently facing this dilemma.
If you are not contributing at least 5% to your TSP account, you could be losing out on thousands of extra dollars.
After the end of the first quarter, all of the TSP funds show a positive return for the year-to-date.
The quarterly allocations for the TSP’s lifecycle funds are changing in April. Here is a summary of the changes in these funds.
Total assets in the TSP now exceed $400 billion. Also, consideration is being given to changing the investments for the lifecycle funds to include new types of assets such as emerging market stocks.
Should you invest in the Roth option within the Thrift Savings Plan or do a traditional Roth IRA? One financial advisor offers his advice to a member of the Air Force on what he believes is the best choice.