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The Federal Retirement Show — 102 episodes

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Leaving Assets to Loved Ones?

2

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement — Part 3

3

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement — Part 2

4

Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement?

5

Roth Conversions and Your TSP

6

Real-Life Scenario: Debt Elimination

7

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees — Expanded

8

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

9

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

10

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

11

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

12

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

13

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

14

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

15

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

16

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

17

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

18

Starting the Year Right - 2026 Retirement Checklist

19

The TSP Journey – Part 3

20

The TSP Journey – Part 2

21

The TSP Journey – Part 1

22

Federal Employees - Recent Questions Answered!

23

2026 TSP Contribution Limits

24

Survivor Benefits & Smart Retirement Planning for Federal Employees

25

Part-Time Government Employment

26

Your Retirement Reviews: Expert Insights and Practical Steps

27

Concerns and Misinformation - Retirement and TSP

28

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

29

Federal Benefits Spotlight: Understanding Disability Insurance

30

Planning for Long-Term Care Scenarios

31

Take your Retirement for a Test Drive

32

Federal Employees - More of your Questions Answered!

33

The Option of Retiring Abroad

34

Securing Your Future: Guaranteed Lifetime Income for Federal Employees

35

Updated Retirement Process for Federal Employees

36

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

37

VERA Unpacked: The Pros and Cons for Federal Employees

38

Service Separation Checklist: What Every Federal Employee Should Know

39

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees

40

Frequently Asked Questions for Federal Employees

41

Retirement Tax Planning for Federal Employees

42

Another Budget Legislation Update

43

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

44

Appealing Medicare Part B Premiums

45

Answering Recent Listener Questions

46

Breaking Down Budget Battles: What Federal Employees Need to Know

47

Income Streams Every Federal Employee Should Know

48

Discontinued Service Time – What Every Federal Employee Should Know

49

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

50

Death While Actively Employed

51

Separating from Service — An Outstanding TSP Loan

52

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

53

Back to Basics: Debt Elimination

54

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

55

Back to Basics – Thrift Savings Plan

56

Back to Basics – FEGLI for Federal Employees

57

Your Federal Retirement—Back to Basics

58

What are Some Survivor Benefit Alternatives?

59

USPS Employees — Postal Service and Buyout Option Available

60

Federal Employee Retirement - Common Misconceptions and FAQ—Part Two

61

Federal Employees – Changes You Need to Know for 2025

62

TSP & RMDs – When Do I Need to Begin

63

Navigating Long-Term Care & Estate Planning

64

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

65

Maximizing Your TSP Contributions: 2025 Limits and Strategies

66

Navigating FEHB Open Enrollment – Tips and Key Changes for 2024

67

Revisiting Your High-3 – What’s Included

68

Federal Employees - Avoid a Potential Tax-Bomb

69

Can You Wave Military Retirement Pay for Service Time?

70

Common Misconceptions Surrounding Federal Employee Retirement

71

Navigating Longevity and Retirement Risks for Federal Employees

72

Estate Planning & Your Legacy with Tim McCleskey Jr.

73

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

74

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

75

“Insurable Interest” – Survivor Annuities

76

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

77

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

78

Episode 100! A Roundtable of Top Federal Retirement Specialists

79

Clearing Up Misconceptions About TSPs

80

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

81

Unique Financial Concerns and Solutions for Federal Employees

82

Understanding High-3: Maximizing Federal Employee Retirement Benefits

83

Gratitude in Action: Thanking Our Community for Their Support

84

Understanding Your TSP Distribution Options

85

The Top 10 Mistakes Federal Employees Make with Their Retirement Benefits

86

How to Mitigate Risk and Properly Plan for Retirement

87

How to Avoid Common Retirement Risks with a Proper Plan

88

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

89

How to Create Tax-Free Income for Your Retirement

90

Cover Your Bases with a Comprehensive Retirement Benefits Plan

91

A Retirement Guide for FERS Employees

92

Understanding Asset-Based Long-Term Care

93

Maximizing Your Benefits for Retirement

94

Retirement Tips for Federal Employees with Jeff Holland

95

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

96

Healthcare for Heroes: Options & Benefits for Veterans

97

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

98

Making Sense of Medicare

99

How Your Spouse and Children Affect Your Retirement Benefits

100

Are You Ready to Retire as a Federal Employee?

101

Is Social Security Running Out of Money?

102

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