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2026 Tax Strategy Guide Top 15 Tax Tips for Federal Employees 2026 Maximize your refund, shrink your tax bill, and protect your retirement nest egg with strategies built specifically for the federal workforce. 📅 Updated: January 2026 ⏱ 18 min read 👤 GS-7 through SES applicable ✅ FERS & CSRS covered $23,500 2026 TSP Contribution Limit $31,000 Age 50+ Catch-Up Limit $7,000 IRA Contribution Limit ~$4,200 Avg. Tax Savings (Max TSP) 📋 Jump to Any Tip Maximize TSP Contributions Roth TSP vs. Traditional TSP Catch-Up Contributions (Age 50+) FEHB Premium Conversion FEDVIP Dental & Vision Pretax FSA & DCFSA Enrollment FERS Pension & Retirement Tax Survivor Benefit Plan Deduction FEGLI Life Insurance Tax Rules ...