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What is the difference between Traditional TSP & ROTH TSP?

What is the difference between Traditional TSP & ROTH TSP?

  Although the ROTH option has been available in the Thrift Savings Plan since 2012, I’ve found that most federal employees do not understand how it differs from Traditional TSP and if it could be a part of their retirement plan.  In today’s article, we’ll look...
5 Things To Consider Before Retiring From Federal Service

5 Things To Consider Before Retiring From Federal Service

There are many factors related to retiring from federal service, and it is never too early to start planning.  But where do you begin? 1. When Can I Retire? Congress created the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) in 1986, and it became effective on January 1,...
The CARES Act: Opportunity Expiring Soon

The CARES Act: Opportunity Expiring Soon

The CARES Act: Opportunity Expiring Soon by: Gregory Guenther, CRPC & ChFEBC | September 21, 2020  COVID-19 has created unprecedented challenges for our world. The way we live life and do business is vastly different from just a few months ago. To fight the...
Have You Designated Beneficiaries For Your Federal Benefits?

Have You Designated Beneficiaries For Your Federal Benefits?

    Who Will Inherit Your Legacy? Having a will or trust does not guarantee that your beneficiaries will inherit what you have intended for them. That is because your beneficiary designations on certain types of financial assets—including life insurance,...
The CARES Act and Stimulus Plans

The CARES Act and Stimulus Plans

The CARES Act & Stimulus Plans COVID-19 has created unprecedented challenges for our world. The way we live life and do business is vastly different from just a few weeks ago. To fight the resulting economic disruption, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic...