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The Fed15 Podcast: Decoding TSP Loans – Know the Risks

04/16/2024
Join Dan and Katelyn as they unravel the complexities of Thrift Savings Plan loans and provide insights into why it may not be your best option. Plus – 2025 COLA estimates. The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 43): Decoding TSP Loans – ... Read More

TSP Withdrawal Rules

04/15/2024
Big news from the Federal Register – 30-day rule for TSP will expire next month! Read what this means for your federal retirement. When writing about the limitations of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) in comparison to 401(k) accounts or ... Read More

USPS Health Plans: Special Enrollment Period for Medicare B

04/10/2024
News round-up for federal employees: special enrollment period for USPS retirees, a look at fertility benefits for federal employees, and OPM passes rule to protect Feds from “Schedule F” Some recent news related to federal employee retirement benefits. First, we’ll ... Read More

C, S, and I Funds in Thrift Savings Plan Grow Over 3% in March

04/04/2024
Thrift Savings Plan Monthly Update for March 2024, by Jennifer Meyer, CFP®, ChFEBC℠, AIF® Jennifer Meyer, CFP© Stocks continued to show signs of strength during the month despite indications from the Federal Reserve that they will not be cutting interest ... Read More

Why you Shouldn’t Borrow From TSP?

04/03/2024
Should I Get a TSP Loan? – Top 5 reasons on why participants in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) should probably steer clear of taking a TSP loan. TSP loans can seem tempting, but they should be avoided if they ... Read More

Federal Employee News: TSP I-Fund Update

03/28/2024
NASA Accepting Astronaut Applications, TSP’s I-Fund’s New Index, and More Federal Employee News A round-up of federal employee news revolving around the world of US federal government employees and their retirement benefits. This article reviews the recent graduating class of ... Read More

The FedLife Podcast: What is an Excessive Elective Deferral?

03/22/2024
In the TSP for feds and in 401(k) plans in the private sector, it is important to watch out for excessive elective deferrals! Check Out Our Next Webinar on Tax Planning for Federal Employees – REGISTER HERE FedLife Podcast (ep. ... Read More

Retirement Federal Financial Planning: 5 Things You Need

03/21/2024
Financial Planning for Federal Employees – Jen Meyer goes over the Top 5 things to consider when developing a federal financial plan. Jennifer Meyer, CFP© One of the most fulfilling aspects of my career is functioning as a financial teacher. ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: TSP Recap with Special Guest

03/19/2024
Meet Chelsea English, our special guest co-host filling in for Katelyn this week for the TSP monthly recap. Dan reviews how to ensure feds are getting their full TSP match. The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 39): TSP Recap with Special Guest, ... Read More

Monthly Quiz for Federal Employees: March 2024

03/15/2024
This month’s quiz for federal employees and retirees: UPCOMING TAXES WEBINAR [ays_quiz id=”72″] **Written by Benjamin Derge, Financial Planner, ChFEBC℠ The information has been obtained from sources considered reliable but we do not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate ... Read More