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01/08/2026

All TSP Funds End 2025 in Positive Territory

For the second year in a row, all TSP funds ended the year in positive territory.

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For the second year in a row, all TSP funds ended the year in positive territory. Federal employees heavily invested in the I Fund benefited from an impressive

01/07/2026

The Best Dates to Retire in 2026

The right timing can greatly impact your federal retirement by helping you maximize your annuity start date, annual leave lump-sum payout, and sick leave credit.

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01/06/2026

Pros and Cons of the TSP Lifecycle Funds

TSP Lifecycle Funds are target-date retirement funds designed to simplify investing by automatically adjusting asset allocations based on retirement date.

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01/05/2026

Choosing a Tax Pro To Help Plan Your Federal Retirement

An experienced tax professional can help you develop strategies that minimize federal and state income taxes on your retirement income.

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12/30/2025

Federal Workforce 2025: A Year in Review

The turbulent year brought unprecedented uncertainty marked by sweeping policy changes, workforce reductions, and high-profile initiatives.

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12/29/2025

2026 Changes Affecting Federal Employees and Retirees

Two important updates could affect retirement planning for federal employees.

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12/23/2025

Federal Workforce: Extended Holiday Break and 2026 Pay Raise

The federal workforce is set to enjoy a seasonal break and a modest pay boost heading into 2026.

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As the year draws to a close, the federal workforce is set to enjoy a seasonal break and a modest pay boost heading into 2026, both developments officials say a

12/22/2025

Social Security Uncertainty and What It Means for Retirement Planning

Social security is a main component of retirement planning, but a recent Cato Institute survey finds that most people are deeply concerned about its future.

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Social security is a main component of retirement planning, but a recent Cato Institute survey of about 2,000 Americans finds that while Social Security remains

12/19/2025

How Confident Are Federal Employees About Retirement?

A recent survey reveals a workforce that remains cautiously optimistic, while still feeling the pressure of rising costs and long-term uncertainty.

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Federal employees have access to one of the most comprehensive retirement systems available, but strong benefits alone don’t guarantee financial confidence. T

12/18/2025

TSP Year-End Transaction Dates

The TSP has released its year-end transaction schedule, providing guidance on how withdrawals and RMDs are processed and reported for tax purposes.

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As the end of the year approaches, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) has released its year-end transaction schedule, providing guidance on how withdrawals and requi

12/17/2025

Give Your Federal Benefits an Annual Review

Giving your federal benefits an annual review will help prevent you from getting off track.

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You’ve set your financial goals, put an investment plan in place, and now you’re on the journey toward retirement. But as you progress down that path, chang

12/16/2025

What the Fed Rate Cut Means for Federal Employees

When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, headlines often focus on markets and inflation. But for most federal employees and retirees, the real question is: what does this mean for me?

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When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, headlines often focus on markets and inflation. But for most federal employees and retirees, the real question is: