Your TSP Account – What to Think About When Nearing Retirement or Considering Leaving the Government

The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board developed a program titled “Your TSP Account ‒ What to Think About When Nearing Retirement or Considering Leaving the Government.”  The program is designed for all federal employees and members of the uniformed services who may be considering retiring or leaving federal service.

The program covers 2026 changes to your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) account and how to manage your account after separation, including your post-service distribution options. You will learn how compounding can help you reach your investing goals for retirement and steps you can take to reduce the risk of investing through diversification. Discussion also includes the common red flags of fraud, including the rising trend of relationship scams that often begin with a seemingly accidental text. You will also learn about free tools and resources on TSP.gov and Investor.gov, including how to check the background of a financial professional.

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For More Information

Address all substantive TSP and investment questions to the sources below:

• For questions about your TSP retirement, please visit the TSP website or call the TSP’s ThriftLine at 877-968-3778 to speak to a TSP expert.
• For additional information on saving and investing, go to the SEC’s Investor.gov website or contact help@SEC.gov.
• If you have a problem accessing the program, email webmaster@sec.gov.
• If you have questions about the program not addressed above, please contact outreach@SEC.gov.