TIP: A Quick and Easy Guide To FERS Retirement Basics
Many people say the FERS is too confusing. Well, it is in a way. It has several moving parts that the CSRS did not have but that doesn’t...
TIP: Don't Give Your TSP Away!
I was at a seminar recently with a financial planning group and I couldn’t help but marvel at what they want you to do with your money. ...
TIP: Maxing Out Your TSP (Revisited)
Lately I have been talking with people and hearing a recurring theme. People keep giving me reasons why they can't increase or max out...
Tip: Easy Formulas for Basic Retirement Analysis.
Here's a few easy formulas to give you a quick estimate of your retirement position: Simple Global Retirement Estimate: So it's Friday...
THE "TOOLS" SECTION OF THE TSP. WHAT IT DOES AND WHAT IT DOES NOT DO!
The Tools section of the TSP website is very handy for users to calculate a variety of numbers related to your retirement. This was one...
Strategies for Taking Money Out of TSP
So the day has finally arrived! You made it to retirement and you are ready to access your TSP. Congratulations! You deserve it. Now...
How To Max Out Your TSP Contributions
This part of your TSP is the most important thing you can do and is a part of the process where you can have total control! Nothing is...
TIP: Don't Live in Fear. Don't Live in Greed.
The first rule of business is don't get emotional! That is easier said than done. Most people start to panic if they hear the Stock...
TIP: The Average Growth of the Stock Market for 100 Years has been 6%!
Some research shows 7% and some research even shows 10%, when dividends are factored in. But most of the research points to 6%. That...
TIP OF THE MONTH
This monthly series is being provided by TSPMASTERS to provide viewers with thought provoking ideas on how to approach their Thrift...