Want to change your investments in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)? Here is how to do a TSP Interfund Transfer.
An interfund transfer (IFT) allows you to change the way money ALREADY in your account is invested. IMP: You are allowed two IFTs in a calendar month. After that, you can only transfer money into the G Fund.
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How to do an INTERFUND TRANSFER in 3 MINUTES | Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) 101
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a retirement savings and investment plan for federal employees and members of the military. It offers various investment funds to choose from, allowing participants to allocate their contributions to different funds based on their risk tolerance and investment goals. One of the key features of TSP is the option to perform an interfund transfer, which allows participants to move funds between different investment options within the plan. If you are looking to do an interfund transfer and want to learn how to do it quickly, read on.
Step 1: Access your TSP account
The first step to perform an interfund transfer is to log in to your TSP account. You can access your account online by visiting the official TSP website and entering your login credentials. If you don’t have an online account, you will need to create one before proceeding with the transfer.
Step 2: Navigate to the interfund transfer tool
Once you have logged in to your TSP account, navigate to the section where you can perform an interfund transfer. On the TSP website, this is typically under the “My Account” or “Manage my investments” tab. Look for an option that specifically mentions interfund transfers.
Step 3: Choose the funds for transfer
In this step, you will need to select the funds you want to transfer from and to. The TSP offers various investment funds, such as the G Fund (Government Securities Investment Fund), F Fund (Fixed Income Index Investment Fund), C Fund (Common Stock Index Investment Fund), and more. Choose the funds according to your investment strategy and risk tolerance.
Step 4: Allocate the amount to transfer
After selecting the funds, you will need to allocate the amount you want to transfer from one fund to another. This can be done by specifying either a dollar amount or a percentage of your account balance. Make sure to double-check the allocation to ensure it matches your intended transfer amount.
Step 5: Confirm and submit
Once you have completed the allocation, review the details before submitting the transaction. Ensure that the funds and transfer amount are accurate. After confirming, submit the interfund transfer request.
Congratulations! You have successfully completed an interfund transfer in just a few minutes. It’s important to note that the transfer may take a few days to process, so keep an eye on your account to ensure the transfer goes through as expected.
Interfund transfers within the TSP are generally free to participants, allowing for flexibility and ease in managing your investment portfolio. However, keep in mind that there are restrictions on the frequency of transfers, so be sure to familiarize yourself with TSP guidelines to avoid any limitations or penalties.
In summary, if you’re a TSP participant looking to perform an interfund transfer, it can be done swiftly and efficiently in just a few minutes. Access your TSP account, navigate to the interfund transfer tool, select the funds, allocate the amount, confirm the details, and submit. Make the most of the diverse investment options the TSP offers by regularly reviewing and adjusting your investments as needed to align with your long-term financial goals.
Hi Melissa. As you know, there's a redesign of the TSP site. I want to do this exact thing – an Interfund Transfer. Do you know of any way to now do this? I am retired, and I don't want my funds going too aggressive without me knowing. I've always done this feature manually as you're showing here. Thanks!
You should☺ reshoot this video to show the new TSP website which was changed in May 2022.
Hi. My question isn't about how to do a transfer, but when or to put it another way, why. Like you, I'm not a financial expert, but you might be able to give me some insight. I'm already retired, and I've never really understood what rebalancing accomplishes. So I've done it very rarely over the decades, like when the funds have gotten way out of line with my allocations. But because I'm no expert, I didn't see why my semi-educated %s were so important to maintain. I'd be curious to read your thoughts about that. (When you do it, and why.) I'm a new subscriber today.
Thank you!! Let's go…
Will this cause penalty fees or an additional tax event by the IRS or TSP?
Does not explain how to move money from one fund to another
So there is no point in keeping a small percentage in the G fund? So you recommend to just put that money into the C and S?
Always appreciate your videos. Thanks Melissa.
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