Retroactive Restoration and the TSP Account
A VA employee ordered retroactively restored when his removal was cancelled by the MSPB argues with the agency’s handling of his account with the Thrift Savings Plan.
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.
A VA employee ordered retroactively restored when his removal was cancelled by the MSPB argues with the agency’s handling of his account with the Thrift Savings Plan.
A recent study from the Government Accountability Office has found that a majority of working American households have no money in any type of defined contribution plan. How do federal employees compare?
The Thrift Savings Plan has announced that it will be adding more investment and withdrawal options to its lineup of funds. The author discusses the details of some of these proposed changes.
How do the TSP funds perform against the indexes that they track? How has the G fund performed for investors compared to various types of Treasury notes? Which are the most popular TSP funds? Here are some answers.
All TSP funds had positive returns in April. Several funds are still have negative returns for the past twelve months.
The majority of federal employees will not retire with over $1 million in the TSP, however, the author says there are ways to generate equivalent income via other means.
I’ve been told that I cannot contribute to an IRA for either 2015 or 2016 if I’m fully funding my TSP account; is that true?
TSP investors withdrew money from the TSP stock funds in February, just in time for a significant rebound in these funds in March.
Is a “Super Saver” Thrift Savings Plan program a future possibility for TSP investors? The author of a recent FedSmith article advocates a change and also clarifies and expands upon statements in response to observations on the article from an expert at the FRTIB.
The author describes a retirement savings benefit outlined in the tax code that can dramatically boost one’s ability to save for retirement.