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The Federal Retirement Show — 109 episodes

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Reviewing TSP L-Funds Properly

2

Is the G-Fund Losing You Money?

3

Just Got Hired? – What You Need to Know

4

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

5

Long-Term Care Preparation – Are You Ready?!

6

Taking Your Financial Chips off the Table

7

Leaving Assets to Loved Ones – Part Two

8

Leaving Assets to Loved Ones?

9

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement — Part 3

10

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement — Part 2

11

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement?

12

Roth Conversions and Your TSP

13

Real-Life Scenario: Debt Elimination

14

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Expanded

15

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

16

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

17

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

18

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

19

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

20

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

21

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

22

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

23

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

24

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

25

Starting the Year Right - 2026 Retirement Checklist

26

The TSP Journey – Part 3

27

The TSP Journey – Part 2

28

The TSP Journey – Part 1

29

Federal Employees - Recent Questions Answered!

30

2026 TSP Contribution Limits

31

Survivor Benefits & Smart Retirement Planning for Federal Employees

32

Part-Time Government Employment

33

Your Retirement Reviews: Expert Insights and Practical Steps

34

Concerns and Misinformation - Retirement and TSP

35

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

36

Federal Benefits Spotlight: Understanding Disability Insurance

37

Planning for Long-Term Care Scenarios

38

Take your Retirement for a Test Drive

39

Federal Employees - More of your Questions Answered!

40

The Option of Retiring Abroad

41

Securing Your Future: Guaranteed Lifetime Income for Federal Employees

42

Updated Retirement Process for Federal Employees

43

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

44

VERA Unpacked: The Pros and Cons for Federal Employees

45

Service Separation Checklist: What Every Federal Employee Should Know

46

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees

47

Frequently Asked Questions for Federal Employees

48

Retirement Tax Planning for Federal Employees

49

Another Budget Legislation Update

50

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

51

Appealing Medicare Part B Premiums

52

Answering Recent Listener Questions

53

Breaking Down Budget Battles: What Federal Employees Need to Know

54

Income Streams Every Federal Employee Should Know

55

Discontinued Service Time – What Every Federal Employee Should Know

56

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

57

Death While Actively Employed

58

Separating from Service — An Outstanding TSP Loan

59

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

60

Back to Basics: Debt Elimination

61

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

62

Back to Basics – Thrift Savings Plan

63

Back to Basics – FEGLI for Federal Employees

64

Your Federal Retirement—Back to Basics

65

What are Some Survivor Benefit Alternatives?

66

USPS Employees — Postal Service and Buyout Option Available

67

Federal Employee Retirement - Common Misconceptions and FAQ—Part Two

68

Federal Employees – Changes You Need to Know for 2025

69

TSP & RMDs – When Do I Need to Begin

70

Navigating Long-Term Care & Estate Planning

71

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

72

Maximizing Your TSP Contributions: 2025 Limits and Strategies

73

Navigating FEHB Open Enrollment – Tips and Key Changes for 2024

74

Revisiting Your High-3 – What’s Included

75

Federal Employees - Avoid a Potential Tax-Bomb

76

Can You Wave Military Retirement Pay for Service Time?

77

Common Misconceptions Surrounding Federal Employee Retirement

78

Navigating Longevity and Retirement Risks for Federal Employees

79

Estate Planning & Your Legacy with Tim McCleskey Jr.

80

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

81

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

82

“Insurable Interest” – Survivor Annuities

83

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

84

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

85

Episode 100! A Roundtable of Top Federal Retirement Specialists

86

Clearing Up Misconceptions About TSPs

87

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

88

Unique Financial Concerns and Solutions for Federal Employees

89

Understanding High-3: Maximizing Federal Employee Retirement Benefits

90

Gratitude in Action: Thanking Our Community for Their Support

91

Understanding Your TSP Distribution Options

92

The Top 10 Mistakes Federal Employees Make with Their Retirement Benefits

93

How to Mitigate Risk and Properly Plan for Retirement

94

How to Avoid Common Retirement Risks with a Proper Plan

95

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

96

How to Create Tax-Free Income for Your Retirement

97

Cover Your Bases with a Comprehensive Retirement Benefits Plan

98

A Retirement Guide for FERS Employees

99

Understanding Asset-Based Long-Term Care

100

Maximizing Your Benefits for Retirement

101

Retirement Tips for Federal Employees with Jeff Holland

102

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

103

Healthcare for Heroes: Options & Benefits for Veterans

104

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

105

Making Sense of Medicare

106

How Your Spouse and Children Affect Your Retirement Benefits

107

Are You Ready to Retire as a Federal Employee?

108

Is Social Security Running Out of Money?

109

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