by Anthony Bucci | Jan 21, 2025 | Federal Employee
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is pretty amazing in many ways. It’s low cost, easy to use, and offers matching contributions*—all of which make it a standout retirement savings option for federal employees. These features make it simple for participants to build a solid nest egg and retire comfortably.
But (and there’s always a “but,” right?) While the TSP shines when it comes to growing your money, it really drops the ball for retirees who are taking money out. It’s a bit like having the best tools to build a house, but no plan for how to maintain it once it’s done.
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by Anthony Bucci | Aug 25, 2021 | Federal Employee, Investing, TSP
Turning your Pile into a Paycheck: Part II: The dangers of living too long: Inflation and Stock Market Risk Quick summary: In the introduction to our series called “Turning your Pile into a Paycheck. we posed the question: How do you know how much you can withdraw... Read More
by Anthony Bucci | Aug 17, 2021 | Federal Employee, FERS, Retirement, Stock Market
Turning your pile into a paycheck. How should you invest your TSP after retirement? (Introducing a new series on Retirement Distribution Investing) When you retire from the Federal government you have a big decision to make, one as important as the decision to retire... Read More
by Anthony Bucci | Sep 29, 2020
Dow drops nearly 3,000 points, as coronavirus collapse continues; worst day since ’87. DJIA loses 12.9% in one day. CNBC. March 15th 2020 Remember this? When you read the headline did you cringe? Break out in a cold sweat? Grab another glass of wine? Maybe even... Read More
by Anthony Bucci | Jun 2, 2020
Question: What are the current estimates for out of pocket health care expenses for a 65-year-old retired couple? Answer: $285,000 Reaction: Ouch! Rising health care costs combined with the confusing nuances of Medicare can frustrate and confound the... Read More
