The proposal would provide pay parity between the civilian and military workforce. But several federal employee groups are calling for a larger increase more…
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How Traditional IRAs Can Bolster Traditional TSP Accounts
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, describes how traditional IRAs can help boost the value of a traditional TSP participant’s account while the participant continues working in federal service and after the participant has retired from federal service more…
Legislation Introduced to Ban TSP Investment in China
If passed, the Prohibiting TSP Investment in China Act would prohibit funds in the Thrift Savings Plan from investing in any security of a Chinese company more…
Understanding the Differences and Similarities in RMD Rules Between the TSP and IRAs
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, responds to a reader’s question on required minimum distributions for the Thrift Savings Plan vs. IRAs — plus outlines what TSP participants should do to minimize their future RMDs more…
Federal Retirement Planning Checklists
5-10 Years Prior to Federal Retirement The last five to 10 years of a federal… more…
62% of Retirees Think Social Security COLA Should Be Guaranteed 3%
Due to increasing inflation in the first quarter of 2021, many believe cost of living adjustments must be tied to the Consumer Price Index for the Elderly (CPI-E) and must provide a guaranteed minimum increase of no less than 3 percent more…
6 Differences Between TSP and IRAs Federal Employees and Retirees Should Know
Federal benefits and tax expert, Ed Zurndorfer, provides insight of how to avoid huge penalties, tax liabilities and possible loss of retirement assets — plus some reasons to keep your funds in the TSP or transfer them to an IRA more…
TSP Loan Rules Since the Roth TSP Was Introduced
Get the latest information on Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) loans — including updates to the rules since the Roth TSP option was introduced — how to apply, important considerations and tax consequences more…
New Rules Provide Benefit Protections for Federal Employees, Retirees during Government Shutdowns
Federal employees, retirees and annuitants will not experience disruptions of their health care and other benefit programs during future government shutdowns more…
What Federal Employees Need to Know About Health Care Costs in Retirement
Federal employee approaching retirement within the next 10 years often ask: “How much can I expect to spend in health care-related expenses during retirement?” Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, addresses the issue more…