After a rough March that left most TSP funds in negative territory, April delivered a welcome turnaround in TSP performance. Every fund …
Federal Retirement
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Retirement
The FERS Special Retirement Supplement: A Closer Look at Who Qualifies and What to Expect
by fedadvantageby fedadvantageFor federal employees planning to retire before age 62, the FERS Special Retirement Supplement can be a significant source of monthly income …
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For federal employees planning their exit from government service, few numbers carry more weight than the FERS Minimum Retirement Age. It determines …
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The Thrift Savings Plan has officially crossed a major milestone. According to the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board’s January 2026 Participant Activity …
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For most federal retirees, the real question isn’t whether the TSP or an IRA is better in theory; it’s which one works …
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As uncertainty surrounding the federal workforce continues to play out, OPM received a staggering 31,240 federal retirement claims in February. This is …
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TSP
TSP Performance in February 2026: International Surge Leads the Way
by fedadvantageby fedadvantageTSP performance was mixed in February 2026, with a notable shift in market dynamics favoring international equities over U.S. large caps. Amid …
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Social Security rules are complicated, and even financially savvy individuals often discover, sometimes too late, that small misunderstandings can reduce lifetime income, …
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All Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) funds posted positive returns in January 2026, giving federal employees a strong start to the year. International …
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Retirement
Federal Retirement Benefits: Calculation and Common Estimate Mistakes
by fedadvantageby fedadvantageFederal Retirement planning can feel like navigating a maze. Your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), annuity, Social Security, and other benefits all contribute …