10 Differences between the TSP and an IRA
Whether you are in savings mode or retirement mode, you should ask yourself if your preferred vehicle is the TSP or an IRA.
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The August GovFem Reading List
This August, we saw a number of articles focused on collaboration. We saw collaboration among women, learned about private sector collaboration for women, and even heard calls for collaboration that isn’t yet happening (Old Girls Club, where are you?).
TSP Talk Weekly Wrap Up
Stocks were thrown into positive territory Tuesday as the market was up at the open; the strong open also happened to be the peak of the week. Stocks sold off intraday Tuesday and the selling continued into Wednesday and Thursday. Janet Yellen spoke Friday Morning about the next potential interest rate hike. Her comments wereRead… Read more »
Know the Actual Value of a FERS and TSP Annuity
Researchers have revealed that only .5 percent of all the officers have over a million dollars in their TSP accounts.
4 Benefits of Coordinating Retirement Accounts with Your Non-Retirement Accounts
Not coordinating your retirement accounts with your outside investments is a mistake that can cost you greatly.
FEGLI Open Season? Here Are 4 Alternatives
Should you get more FEGLI coverage? Not so fast!
The Top 10 TSP Mistakes You Might Be Making
To maximize your TSP, you’ll need to do more than just contribute money. You’ll also need to steer clear of the following mistakes.
The July GovFem Reading List
This July, we saw a number of articles about the wage gap and parental leave policies across organizations. Unsurprisingly, a number of news outlets are also talking about women’s role in government as Hillary Clinton prepares to accept the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination.
Are You Ready for Retirement?
The question is actually more complicated than it first appears, because it demands consideration on two levels. First, there’s the emotional component: Are you ready to enter a new phase of life? Do you have a plan for what you would like to accomplish or do in retirement? Have you thought through both the goodRead… Read more »
Don’t Panic! Understanding Risk in the TSP
While no one should make investment decisions without careful research (or, if you’re so inclined, speaking with a financial advisor) here are some tips to get you started when thinking about how to handle your TSP funds and avoid panic.