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The Federal Retirement Show — 116 episodes

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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 4

2

Federal Retirement Questions – Part 3

3

Federal Retirement Questions – Part 2

4

Federal Retirement Questions – Part 1

5

Retirement Without Social Security For Younger Employees?

6

American Benefits Exchange - Why We Do What We Do

7

End of Federal Career? What You Need to Know

8

Reviewing TSP L-Funds Properly

9

Is the G-Fund Losing You Money?

10

Just Got Hired? – What You Need to Know

11

Recently Asked Questions – Three Questions That Could Help Bolster Your Retirement Portfolio

12

Long-Term Care Preparation – Are You Ready?!

13

Taking Your Financial Chips off the Table

14

Leaving Assets to Loved Ones – Part Two

15

Leaving Assets to Loved Ones?

16

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement — Part 3

17

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement — Part 2

18

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement?

19

Roth Conversions and Your TSP

20

Real-Life Scenario: Debt Elimination

21

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Expanded

22

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 10: Failure to Receive a Personalized Benefits and Review

23

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 9: Neglecting to Properly Insure Your Spouse and Children

24

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 8: Unprepared to Pay off Debt

25

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 7: Making the Wrong Survivor Benefits Selection

26

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees --- Part 6: Skipping the Military Buyback - The Retirement Mistake You're Making Right Now

27

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 5: Save and Plan for a Successful Retirement

28

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 4: Not Understanding all Your TSP Options

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Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 3: Not Properly Maximizing TSP Matching

30

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees --- Part 2: Paying too much for Fegli Option B

31

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Part 1: Federal Benefits and Retirement Training

32

Starting the Year Right - 2026 Retirement Checklist

33

The TSP Journey – Part 3

34

The TSP Journey – Part 2

35

The TSP Journey – Part 1

36

Federal Employees - Recent Questions Answered!

37

2026 TSP Contribution Limits

38

Survivor Benefits & Smart Retirement Planning for Federal Employees

39

Part-Time Government Employment

40

Your Retirement Reviews: Expert Insights and Practical Steps

41

Concerns and Misinformation - Retirement and TSP

42

Retirement Reality Check: Misinformation, Roth Conversions, and Your Questions Answered

43

Federal Benefits Spotlight: Understanding Disability Insurance

44

Planning for Long-Term Care Scenarios

45

Take your Retirement for a Test Drive

46

Federal Employees - More of your Questions Answered!

47

The Option of Retiring Abroad

48

Securing Your Future: Guaranteed Lifetime Income for Federal Employees

49

Updated Retirement Process for Federal Employees

50

TSP Inheritance vs. Inherited IRA Rules for Non-Spouse Beneficiaries

51

VERA Unpacked: The Pros and Cons for Federal Employees

52

Service Separation Checklist: What Every Federal Employee Should Know

53

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees

54

Frequently Asked Questions for Federal Employees

55

Retirement Tax Planning for Federal Employees

56

Another Budget Legislation Update

57

Social Security & the FERS Supplement: What Federal Employees Need to Know

58

Appealing Medicare Part B Premiums

59

Answering Recent Listener Questions

60

Breaking Down Budget Battles: What Federal Employees Need to Know

61

Income Streams Every Federal Employee Should Know

62

Discontinued Service Time – What Every Federal Employee Should Know

63

Thrift Savings Plan: Why Volatility Isn’t Your Friend in Retirement

64

Death While Actively Employed

65

Separating from Service — An Outstanding TSP Loan

66

Back to Basics: Understanding Special Groups Retirement Benefits in the Federal Government

67

Back to Basics: Debt Elimination

68

Back to Basics: Deferred, Early, & Postponed Retirement for Federal Employees

69

Back to Basics – Thrift Savings Plan

70

Back to Basics – FEGLI for Federal Employees

71

Your Federal Retirement—Back to Basics

72

What are Some Survivor Benefit Alternatives?

73

USPS Employees — Postal Service and Buyout Option Available

74

Federal Employee Retirement - Common Misconceptions and FAQ—Part Two

75

Federal Employees – Changes You Need to Know for 2025

76

TSP & RMDs – When Do I Need to Begin

77

Navigating Long-Term Care & Estate Planning

78

Federal Employees: When to Retire – 60 vs. 62?

79

Maximizing Your TSP Contributions: 2025 Limits and Strategies

80

Navigating FEHB Open Enrollment – Tips and Key Changes for 2024

81

Revisiting Your High-3 – What’s Included

82

Federal Employees - Avoid a Potential Tax-Bomb

83

Can You Wave Military Retirement Pay for Service Time?

84

Common Misconceptions Surrounding Federal Employee Retirement

85

Navigating Longevity and Retirement Risks for Federal Employees

86

Estate Planning & Your Legacy with Tim McCleskey Jr.

87

Receiving the Right Information – Are you Talking to the Right Advisor?

88

FEHB & Medicare – Do You NEED to Elect Part B?

89

“Insurable Interest” – Survivor Annuities

90

Pay and Retirement Updates in the News – What You Don’t Know Can Cost You

91

Exploring FEGLI Option B Alternatives: Finding the Best Life Insurance for Federal Employees

92

Episode 100! A Roundtable of Top Federal Retirement Specialists

93

Clearing Up Misconceptions About TSPs

94

Should Federal Employees Retire at Their Minimum Retirement Age (MRA)

95

Unique Financial Concerns and Solutions for Federal Employees

96

Understanding High-3: Maximizing Federal Employee Retirement Benefits

97

Gratitude in Action: Thanking Our Community for Their Support

98

Understanding Your TSP Distribution Options

99

The Top 10 Mistakes Federal Employees Make with Their Retirement Benefits

100

How to Mitigate Risk and Properly Plan for Retirement

101

How to Avoid Common Retirement Risks with a Proper Plan

102

Roth Conversions: How to Prepare for the TCJA Sunset In 2026

103

How to Create Tax-Free Income for Your Retirement

104

Cover Your Bases with a Comprehensive Retirement Benefits Plan

105

A Retirement Guide for FERS Employees

106

Understanding Asset-Based Long-Term Care

107

Maximizing Your Benefits for Retirement

108

Retirement Tips for Federal Employees with Jeff Holland

109

Unlocking Your TSP’s Potential: Important Information You Should Know

110

Healthcare for Heroes: Options & Benefits for Veterans

111

Planning for Retirement, No Matter What Stage of Life You're In

112

Making Sense of Medicare

113

How Your Spouse and Children Affect Your Retirement Benefits

114

Are You Ready to Retire as a Federal Employee?

115

Is Social Security Running Out of Money?

116

Thrift Savings Plans: What You Need to Know About Your TSP