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Category Archives: TSP

What to Expect in the First Year of Retirement from Federal Service

12/20/2023
Taking a glance at the first year of your federal retirement. What happens in the first four weeks after you’ve officially retired? Six month to nine months after retiring, we explain what to be aware of. At the end of ... Read More

Things to Consider When Picking a TSP Beneficiary

12/19/2023
What happens if no beneficiary is named when the account owner passes away? What choices are available to spousal and non-spousal TSP beneficiaries? How to ensure you heirs get the highest net amount from your TSP account. One of the ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: When’s the Best Time to Take Social Security?

12/19/2023
Katelyn and Dan are ready for the holidays! This episode goes over when it’s a good time to take social security- 62, FRA, or 70? Then, Katelyn has some good news about November’s TSP performance! The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 26): ... Read More

FedLife Podcast: The Math Favors the Roth TSP for Younger Feds

12/15/2023
The traditional TSP versus the Roth TSP – which is better? Learn the differences and why it’s probably a good idea if you’re on the younger side. Check Out Our Webinar on Tax Planning for Federal Employees and Retirees- REGISTER ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: Understanding TSP Withdrawals

12/12/2023
Katelyn and Dan are getting ready for the holidays A look at how FEHB plans coordinate with other health plans, such as Medicare And watch out for these tax traps with your TSP! The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 25): Understanding TSP ... Read More

TSP Recap: S Fund Rebounds in November, Growing Over 11%

12/05/2023
Thrift Savings Plan Monthly Update for November 2023, by Jennifer Meyer, CFP®, ChFEBC℠, AIF® Jennifer Meyer, CFP© November 2023 will go down as one of the best months for markets in recent memory. You may recall that last month I ... Read More

FedLife Podcast: Required Minimum Distributions for the TSP and IRAs

12/01/2023
As we approach the end of the year, time to go over required minimum distributions (RMDs) and how the SECURE Acts 1.0 and 2.0 changed the IRS penalties and rules. Check Out Our Webinar on Tax Planning for Federal Employees ... Read More

Social Security for Feds: When to Claim Retirement Benefits

11/27/2023
Learn what factors should be taken into account when deciding when to withdraw social security retirement benefits When is it a good idea to wait for the FRA or age 70 to claim social security benefits? Other points to consider ... Read More

TSP Withdrawal Rules After Retirement

11/24/2023
STWS Advisor Jennifer Meyer goes over the tax limitations of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Then, she reviews the withdrawal rules that trip up federal retirees. Jennifer Meyer, CFP© In my previous articles, I shared thoughts and strategies for navigating ... Read More

The I Fund in the TSP to Switch to Different Underlying Index

11/22/2023
FRTIB approves new index for the I-fund in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The index will include more countries, but China and Hong Kong are not included. Previous index switch for I-fund was blocked by Senator Rubio and the Trump ... Read More