Seasoned federal employees who survived the turmoil of 2025 might be thinking: Should I retire in 2026? You should make this most crucial and personal of decisions on the basis of where you want to be ...

Retirement planning is a long game that requires consistent saving and intentional investing — and a working knowledge and understanding of your federal benefits. Wherever you are on your retirement ...

Editor's note: An earlier version of this article incorrectly said Roth TSP distribution may not be subject to income tax and a 10% penalty under certain circumstances. Tax-free Roth Thrift Savings ...

A thrift savings plan (TSP) hardship withdrawal allows federal employees and members of the uniformed services to access their retirement funds in times of severe financial need. To qualify, ...

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a retirement plan for federal employees and uniformed service members, is the nation's largest defined contribution plan, with seven million participants and over $845 ...

Starting January 1, 2026, Federal employees and retirees will be able to convert money from their traditional Thrift Savings Plan accounts to a Roth TSP account. Federal employees can make their ...