Dan and Chelsea discuss managing your TSP through major life events such as marriage, divorce, and job changes. They also analyze TSP updates for July. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – REGISTER HERE The Fed15 Podcast: ... Read More

Discover tax implications for delaying Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your traditional TSP and IRA. Explore strategies to manage your tax liabilities effectively and take advantage of current tax benefits. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal Employees – ... Read More

We get a lot of questions from Feds about how to manage their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). That makes sense, as a well-funded TSP can be instrumental in ensuring financial stability during retirement. But to really enjoy long-term financial stability, you’ll need ... Read More

Jennifer Meyer, CFP© For the third time in 2024, all 5 of the core funds in TSP posted monthly gains in July. In addition, all five funds are positive on a year to date and last 12 months basis. However, ... Read More

Dan and Katelyn delve into the backlog at the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), suggesting proactive measures while efforts are underway to address the caseload. They also provide an analysis of TSP funds for Q2, emphasizing achievements and areas ... Read More

Dan and Katelyn discuss strategies like the ‘January jump’ to help maximize TSP balances, emphasizing the impact of small adjustments and advocating habit stacking for consistency. They also delve into Roth TSP and catch-up contributions, highlighting their potential benefits and ... Read More

Jennifer Meyer, CFP© As we wrap up the first half of 2024, there is much to cheer about for TSP participants as the stock funds all show positive year to date gains. The C fund turned in a stellar first ... Read More

Thrift Savings Plan Monthly Update for May 2024, by Jennifer Meyer, CFP®, ChFEBC℠, AIF® Jennifer Meyer, CFP© In May, stocks rebounded from an underwhelming April when all but one of the core 5 funds was negative for the month. For ... Read More

The TSP mutual fund is now two years old – Dan provides a high-level review. Then, Katelyn reviews the 2025 pay raise for federal employees. The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 49): 2025 Pay Raise Update, the TSP Mutual Fund Window, and ... Read More

Happy one year anniversary for the Fed15! We’re thanking feds and reviewing the Thrift Savings Plan’s recent slump. The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 48): What’s Going on with the TSP? Celebrating the podcast’s first anniversary, which coincides with Public Service Recognition ... Read More