# Smart investing includes knowing when not to max out your TSP

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**Created:** [August 20, 2025, 5:52pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/smart-investing-includes-knowing-when-not-to-max-out-your-tsp/3565 "2025-08-20T17:52:13Z")\
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"Always put in at least the minimum 5% because the government's going to give you a 5% match. All of a sudden, you've got a 10% contribution," Art Stein said.

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