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DreamboatAnnie's Account Talk
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DreamboatAnnie
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Lol...yeeessssss Whipsaw! Second breakfast! Love it! My son and nephews were young when they saw movies and they squealed when they heard of second breakfast!! Then they started asking for 2bd breakfast and so I made them strawberry pancakes with warm homemade sauce plus whipped cream! Yumm....
Good plan, DBA! You'll need second breakfast...opcorn:
Whipsaw
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Wasn't he in The Goonies?
I'll save you the trouble. The actor/singer who plays Pippen is Billy Boyd.
ravensfan
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To date, Billy Boyd has been in approximately 24 different movies, with varying degrees of success. However, "The Goonies" was not one of them.
Looks like S fund can't make up its mind which way it wants to go today...Be careful folks!
DreamboatAnnie
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Lol..love the LOTRs talk! ❤
Here are charts...staying in...
Here are charts...staying in...
DreamboatAnnie
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Hope you received the TSP Newsletter to notify of changes in service provider and "some" transactions unavailable in May. Wonder if they mean IFTs?????
I received the below on 2/3/22 from tsp@info.tsp.gov.
"Dear Participant,
As a valued participant or beneficiary of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), I’m writing to you with some exciting news about improvements we’re making. With 2021 behind us, we at the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) are pleased about what’s ahead for the TSP. In the upcoming months, we’ll be preparing to shift to a new service provider in the summer of 2022. This change will improve your TSP experience with new tools to meet your evolving needs.
Digital tools. We’ve appreciated your feedback about wanting to engage further with your TSP through online channels. Now we’re acting on it. Starting mid-2022, you’ll have access to new service channels through our ThriftLine Service Center. Through this seamless digital experience, you’ll have the flexibility and convenience of completing transactions across multiple platforms, just like you do with your bank or other modern financial institutions.
• Mobile app—The official TSP app will provide on-the-go access to your TSP account and will create a mode for two-way conversations with us. It also will allow you to log in to My Account using the identification software on your mobile device, such as fingerprint access and facial recognition, which adds an extra level of security.
• Virtual assistant—Once you log in to My Account via the web or mobile app, you’ll have 24-hour access to an interactive assistant for information and automated support when you need help. The virtual assistant is powered by artificial intelligence technology and will transfer you to a ThriftLine Representative during business hours, if needed.
• Live-agent chat—The online chat function will connect you to a live ThriftLine Representative for personalized support during business hours. Simply log in to My Account with your credentials, and you’ll have access to the chat at your fingertips.
Streamlined processes. The following new features will reduce paperwork processing and will give you more control over managing your TSP.
• Electronic signature—You’ll be able to complete many transactions online by providing your e-signature, which is easy, secure, and legally binding.
• Rollover assistance—If you want to move retirement money into the TSP, you’ll use a streamlined process and will be able to scan your rollover check with your mobile device.
• Electronic payment options—You’ll be able to make electronic transfers for loan payments and payoffs, including payments after you’ve separated from service, and disbursements from your account.
• Secure Participant Mailbox—You’ll get personalized communications like statements and transaction notices directly in your new My Account inbox.
Additional changes. Beyond the improvements listed above, we’ll introduce new procedures and capabilities to enhance account security features already in place, provide an enhanced My Account for a more intuitive user experience, and offer a mutual fund window that will provide opportunities to invest in thousands of mutual funds.
Important. To prepare your TSP account for these secure Plan features, you’ll need to perform some steps to set up online access to My Account after the transition to our new service provider is complete. In the coming months, you’ll receive communications from us with instructions on how to complete those steps.
Transition period. As part of the transition, some transactions will be temporarily unavailable for a brief period in May 2022. But don’t worry, your money still will be invested during this time. Be sure to look out for updates on tsp.gov, in your inboxes, and in your mailboxes as we approach this transition period.
Finally, I have never been more certain of our commitment to fulfilling the FRTIB’s mission: to administer the TSP solely in the interest of you and your beneficiaries. We will continue to gather insights into your needs and expectations, and focus on providing tools, guidance, and benefits that improve your experience with the TSP, all with one shared objective—to help you achieve your retirement goals." [EMPHASIS ADDED]
I received the below on 2/3/22 from tsp@info.tsp.gov.
"Dear Participant,
As a valued participant or beneficiary of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), I’m writing to you with some exciting news about improvements we’re making. With 2021 behind us, we at the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) are pleased about what’s ahead for the TSP. In the upcoming months, we’ll be preparing to shift to a new service provider in the summer of 2022. This change will improve your TSP experience with new tools to meet your evolving needs.
Digital tools. We’ve appreciated your feedback about wanting to engage further with your TSP through online channels. Now we’re acting on it. Starting mid-2022, you’ll have access to new service channels through our ThriftLine Service Center. Through this seamless digital experience, you’ll have the flexibility and convenience of completing transactions across multiple platforms, just like you do with your bank or other modern financial institutions.
• Mobile app—The official TSP app will provide on-the-go access to your TSP account and will create a mode for two-way conversations with us. It also will allow you to log in to My Account using the identification software on your mobile device, such as fingerprint access and facial recognition, which adds an extra level of security.
• Virtual assistant—Once you log in to My Account via the web or mobile app, you’ll have 24-hour access to an interactive assistant for information and automated support when you need help. The virtual assistant is powered by artificial intelligence technology and will transfer you to a ThriftLine Representative during business hours, if needed.
• Live-agent chat—The online chat function will connect you to a live ThriftLine Representative for personalized support during business hours. Simply log in to My Account with your credentials, and you’ll have access to the chat at your fingertips.
Streamlined processes. The following new features will reduce paperwork processing and will give you more control over managing your TSP.
• Electronic signature—You’ll be able to complete many transactions online by providing your e-signature, which is easy, secure, and legally binding.
• Rollover assistance—If you want to move retirement money into the TSP, you’ll use a streamlined process and will be able to scan your rollover check with your mobile device.
• Electronic payment options—You’ll be able to make electronic transfers for loan payments and payoffs, including payments after you’ve separated from service, and disbursements from your account.
• Secure Participant Mailbox—You’ll get personalized communications like statements and transaction notices directly in your new My Account inbox.
Additional changes. Beyond the improvements listed above, we’ll introduce new procedures and capabilities to enhance account security features already in place, provide an enhanced My Account for a more intuitive user experience, and offer a mutual fund window that will provide opportunities to invest in thousands of mutual funds.
Important. To prepare your TSP account for these secure Plan features, you’ll need to perform some steps to set up online access to My Account after the transition to our new service provider is complete. In the coming months, you’ll receive communications from us with instructions on how to complete those steps.
Transition period. As part of the transition, some transactions will be temporarily unavailable for a brief period in May 2022. But don’t worry, your money still will be invested during this time. Be sure to look out for updates on tsp.gov, in your inboxes, and in your mailboxes as we approach this transition period.
Finally, I have never been more certain of our commitment to fulfilling the FRTIB’s mission: to administer the TSP solely in the interest of you and your beneficiaries. We will continue to gather insights into your needs and expectations, and focus on providing tools, guidance, and benefits that improve your experience with the TSP, all with one shared objective—to help you achieve your retirement goals." [EMPHASIS ADDED]
Cactus
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Yeah, I got that and was afraid they would break it worse than it already is for me. I think this only affects the web interface which I can't use from work anymore because TFA is tied to a single number (my home phone).
I have found that using the phone audio menu still works with my pin and does not use TFA. I would definitely get comfortable with using the phone menu before May and getting a pin if you don't have one yet. You can get a pin by using the phone menu and selecting the "I don't have a pin" option. They will snailmail a pin to the address they have on file for you.
The phone number for that is 1 (TSP) YOU-FRST (i.e. 1 (877) 968-3778).
I have found that using the phone audio menu still works with my pin and does not use TFA. I would definitely get comfortable with using the phone menu before May and getting a pin if you don't have one yet. You can get a pin by using the phone menu and selecting the "I don't have a pin" option. They will snailmail a pin to the address they have on file for you.
The phone number for that is 1 (TSP) YOU-FRST (i.e. 1 (877) 968-3778).
Agree. This is all window dressing and fluff. The only thing they can do to make a positive change is give us more IFT options and do away with the archaic noon cutoff.
DreamboatAnnie
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Yep. definitely need more IFTs and much later cutoff if instantaneous is somehow not possible.
Still concerned about what transactions (???) will be unavailable in May.... Eeeee....
Still concerned about what transactions (???) will be unavailable in May.... Eeeee....
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Valkyrie
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they with their blackrock buddies are making all of the money and making TSPers make less money. this was proven yrs ago by some very smart members when they took away the everyday re-balancing that we did have.
DreamboatAnnie
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Hi Bullitt....that is good. I am for more investment options for TSP. Just wish they would give us ability to invest in more ETFs like Gold and ETF investing in digital currency...plus of course more IFTs and more real time transacting. Yes...it's a dream....
DreamboatAnnie
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Good morning ... Charts. 
UNCLE! I am back to Lilly pad 100%G. I did follow strategy for quick in and out, but I do believe it was a mistake to make decision only based on charts strategy. Obviously, the war is causing too much uncertainty. I heard last week's increase happened due to algos??? Just figures. Oil is up and seems it will continue moving up, so more inflation coming. The good news is I have one more IFT to enter later this month.
This too shall pass. Best wishes to you All!
UNCLE! I am back to Lilly pad 100%G. I did follow strategy for quick in and out, but I do believe it was a mistake to make decision only based on charts strategy. Obviously, the war is causing too much uncertainty. I heard last week's increase happened due to algos??? Just figures. Oil is up and seems it will continue moving up, so more inflation coming. The good news is I have one more IFT to enter later this month. This too shall pass. Best wishes to you All!
Epic
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Also agree 1000%
It's all a bunch of meaningless BS if you can only use those features twice a month. What a crock.
They do this and then pump themselves up like they're all doing such a great job. All smoke and mirrors at best. All the while ignoring the real number one request from the end users (all of us) for more IFT's a month, even if we have to pay a small fee.
The Executive Director is Ravindra Deo, who lives at 6202 Champion Oak Ct Falls Church, VA 22044 in a plush (over) 1 million dollar house. Who wants to make a road trip to Falls Church?????
https://www.whitepages.com/name/Aravinda-Deo/Falls-Church-VA/PwyDOOXOWk9
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DreamboatAnnie
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Fed chair Powell just said they will raise rates .25% (and not .50%). Market liking that...S fund just jumped to over 1%.
DreamboatAnnie
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Charts... Stocks Moving up!
DreamboatAnnie
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I haven't posted about the public info charts on Stockcharts.com in a long time.
I like to look at it every now and then, and especially Above The Green Line.
https://stockcharts.com/public/.
Click on Above The Green Line
Click On ChartBook View (and then will see 01 Get Your Edge at left of screen with a drop down)
I like charts #10, 54, 60, 79, 89, 90, 99
Their strategies are included on 01 Edge page and chart #31.
Happy viewing! :smile:
I like to look at it every now and then, and especially Above The Green Line.
https://stockcharts.com/public/.
Click on Above The Green Line
Click On ChartBook View (and then will see 01 Get Your Edge at left of screen with a drop down)
I like charts #10, 54, 60, 79, 89, 90, 99
Their strategies are included on 01 Edge page and chart #31.
Happy viewing! :smile:
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DreamboatAnnie
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Charts...all red
