Hello all,

[RonUSPSretired]

I'm a 27 yr Postal veteran, starting out as a Clerk/Carrier, retiring two yrs ago after 19 yrs as a small town Postmaster. I've been a mostly silent member of TSP Talk for a number of years (joined the MB in Feb 08) using mostly the premium svcs, until the board screwed with our IFT's. Yes I'm one of the 3000! Since then I've been unable to completely offset my necessary monthly withdrawls with TSP earnings. I have been considering following 14U and others out of the TSP to trading ETF's through 1st Trade or Vangard etc. I lack the experience using these types of programs, so would like to do more research first. Any help you more experienced members could give would be much appreciated.

Thanks, Ron

[XL-entLady]

I've been a mostly silent member of TSP Talk for a number of years (joined the MB in Feb 08) .

Hi, Ron! I'd say welcome to the MB, but it looks like you've actually been around much longer than I have! This is certainly a great place to learn more about financial markets while we make and strengthen friendships, isn't it.

Good luck,
Lady

[RonUSPSretired]

Yes it is! Thanks for your warm welcome, to a finally active oldtimer.
Hi, Ron! I'd say welcome to the MB, but it looks like you've actually been around much longer than I have! This is certainly a great place to learn more about financial markets while we make and strengthen friendships, isn't it.

Good luck,
Lady

[Spaf]

Ron, welcome aboard!

I use Scottrade for my tax-paid account. Trade cost can add up very quickly. Also watch the sell and buy costs. A complement to TSP would be: Cash=G, AGG=F, IVV=C, IJR=S and EFA=I. Funds quoted are IShares under ETF's. Take your time with this system but do sellect a reputable broker.

Spaf



I'm a 27 yr Postal veteran, starting out as a Clerk/Carrier, retiring two yrs ago after 19 yrs as a small town Postmaster. I've been a mostly silent member of TSP Talk for a number of years (joined the MB in Feb 08) using mostly the premium svcs, until the board screwed with our IFT's. Yes I'm one of the 3000! Since then I've been unable to completely offset my necessary monthly withdrawls with TSP earnings. I have been considering following 14U and others out of the TSP to trading ETF's through 1st Trade or Vangard etc. I lack the experience using these types of programs, so would like to do more research first. Any help you more experienced members could give would be much appreciated.

Thanks, Ron

[RonUSPSretired]

Thanks for the welcome and useful advice. It gives me a good place to start.
Ron, welcome aboard!

I use Scottrade for my tax-paid account. Trade cost can add up very quickly. Also watch the sell and buy costs. A complement to TSP would be: Cash=G, AGG=F, IVV=C, IJR=S and EFA=I. Funds quoted are IShares under ETF's. Take your time with this system but do sellect a reputable broker.

Spaf

[Frixxxx]

I thought I felt those eyes upon us. Welcome and please let us know what, if anything, has worked best for you!....Congrats (2 yrs L8) on your retirement....hope it is long and fruitful!:cool:

[tsptalk]

Welcome Ron! Let us know what you decide on the TSP to ETF exidus.

[EW_ret]

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[JTH]

A belated welcome! :D

I've recently opened a ROTH IRA through my USAA banking account. Please let us know what you eventually choose and what you think of it.

Cheers... JTH

[nnuut]

Welcome aboard Ron, best of luck!
Norman:D

[FogSailing]

Welcome Ron,from another of the 3000..:D:D:D

Current count Persians -1
3000 -0

But as the Spartans say "Come back with your shield or on it"

FS