Federal retirement expert Chris Kowalik discusses the financial impact the coronavirus is having on federal employees who are investors in the Thrift Savings Plan. Specifically, she addresses: Is there a reason to panic? Should you rebalance your TSP because of this market downturn? Are there any weaknesses exposed in TSP when we have a volatile market?
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Under New Law, Is a 2018 State Tax Refund Received in 2019 Considered Taxable Income in 2019?
Federal benefits and tax expert, Ed Zurndorfer, describes why any individual who itemized their 2018 federal income taxes must determine if a state income tax refund is taxable income for 2019 more…
Social Security Issues Warning of Widespread Scam Texts
The texts warn about a Social Security number problem and ask the recipient to call a number back to resolve the problem and avoid legal action more…
Congress Changes ‘Kiddie’ Tax Rules for 2019 and Retroactively for 2018
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, explains the complicated “kiddie” tax — how Congress changed it in 2018, then reversed the changes — and the important choices affected individuals now have more…
TSP Urges Investors: ‘Stick With Your Plan’
The Thrift Savings Plan sent a reminder to investors this week: “Try not to let short-term market movements steer you off course.” more…