Should I Move My IRA To My TSP?

After-taxed traditional IRA assets should never be rolled into the traditional TSP.

Only pre-taxed traditional IRA assets should be transferred into the traditional TSP

. Before-taxed traditional IRA assets consist of deductible IRA contributions and accrued earnings.

Can I transfer traditional IRA to my TSP account?

To transfer or roll over a traditional IRA into your TSP account, you and

the IRA custodian must complete Form TSP-60

, Request for a Transfer Into the TSP. The form is available on the TSP website or you can call the ThriftLine.

Can I transfer traditional IRA to TSP?

To transfer or roll over a traditional IRA into your TSP account, you and

the IRA custodian must complete Form TSP-60

, Request for a Transfer Into the TSP. The form is available on the TSP website or you can call the ThriftLine.

Can I transfer traditional IRA?

If you want to move your individual retirement account (IRA) balance from one provider to another, simply

call the current provider and request a “trustee-to-trustee” transfer

. This moves money directly from one financial institution to another, and it won't trigger taxes.

Can I transfer my Roth IRA to TSP?

You cannot roll over Roth money into

the TSP and you must complete your rollover within 60 days from the date you receive your funds. Use Form TSP-60, Request for a Transfer Into the TSP, to roll over eligible traditional money.

Should I move my TSP after retirement?

The decision of what to do with your TSP after retirement is an important one. …

Do NOT move all of your money from TSP

to an IRA if you think that you will need access to the funds prior to 59

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. Do NOT move all of your money out of TSP if you think there is a chance that you will want to move funds back in the future.

Why is TSP bad?

TSP is toxic and can cause eye and skin irritation and is harmful if swallowed

. TSP requires care when you work with it. Always use eye protection and waterproof gloves when handling or cleaning with TSP. Also wear full skin protection, including long sleeves and long pants.

How many days must a traditional IRA be rolled over to another IRA to avoid tax consequences?

You have

60 days

from the date you receive an IRA or retirement plan distribution to roll it over to another plan or IRA. The IRS may waive the 60-day rollover requirement in certain situations if you missed the deadline because of circumstances beyond your control.

Can I move my IRA without penalty?

An IRA transfer (or rollover) is when you transfer money from an IRA account to a different retirement or IRA account. Transfers are generally free if made to similar-type accounts.

IRA transfers must be made within 60 days

to avoid tax penalties. The required minimum distribution may not be rolled over.

What is the difference between an IRA transfer vs rollover?

The difference between an IRA transfer and a rollover is that

a transfer occurs between retirement accounts of the same type

, while a rollover occurs between two different types of retirement accounts. For example, if you move funds from an IRA at one bank to an IRA at another, that's a transfer.

How do I avoid paying taxes on my TSP withdrawal?

If you want to avoid paying taxes on the money in your TSP account for as long as possible, do not to take any

withdrawals until the IRS requires you to do so

. By law, you are required to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) beginning the year you turn 72.

Can I move my TSP to an IRA while still employed?

If you are

591/2 or older

, you can make withdrawals from your TSP account while you are still employed. This is called an “age-based withdrawal” or “591/2 withdrawal.” You must pay income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal unless you transfer or roll it over to an IRA or other eligible employer plan.

What is the TSP cap for 2020?

The IRC § 402(g) elective deferral limit for 2020 is

$19,500

. This limit applies to the traditional (tax-deferred) and Roth contributions made by a service member during the calendar year.

What is the average TSP balance at retirement?

How much money do I need in my TSP to retire?

If you want your TSP balance to be able to generate an inflation-indexed annual income of $10,000, most financial planners will suggest that you have

a $250,000 balance

at the time you retire.

What states do not tax TSP withdrawals?

While most states tax TSP distributions, these 12 don't:

Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wyoming, Illinois, Mississippi and Pennsylvania

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