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2010 Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Catch-Up Contributions: Questions and Answers
For those federal employees who want to make up for lost time in achieving their retirement savings goals, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) catch-up contribution provision might be the answer. Learn the ins and outs of this tax-deferred option . . . more
Important Considerations When Plannning 2010 TSP Contributions
A FERS participant who reaches the annual maximum TSP contribution too quickly could lose some agency matching contributions. Access a calculator to help you plan your contirbutions carefully . . . more
2010 Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Contribution Limit
October 15, 2009
The Thrift Savings Plan contribution limits will remain unchanged for 2010 at $16,500. Also, the 2010 TSP Catch-Up contribution limit will remain at $5,500 . . . more
Guide to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
Learn the rules regarding contributions to an IRA and the TSP, transfering money between the two, roll-overs, plus the tax consequences . . . more
2009 Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limit
October 16, 2008
The 2009 Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contribution limit is $16,500 (an increase of $1,000 from 2008). . . . more
Thrift Savings Plan Contributions: Basic Rules
Basic rules for contributing to your Thrift Savings Plan account.  (Please note any difference between CSRS and FERS employees.) If you are a FERS employee: You can elect to contribute to . . . more
Agency Contributions to Thrift Savings Plan for FERS Employees (Automatic 1% and Matching)
Table showing the percent of basic pay contributed to TSP from agency (FERS employees only) . . . more
Transfers or Roll Overs to Your Thrift Savings Plan from Other Retirement Plans
Whether you are an active or separated federal employee you can transfer or roll over money from a traditional IRA or an eligible employer plan into your existing Thrift Savings Plan account. . . . more

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