Plan Your Federal Retirement Podcast

Financial Planner and benefits experts discuss the intricacies of the Federal Employee Retirement System. This real world experience allows these benefits experts to address questions they are most frequently asked by Feds as well as Human Resource departments on how benefits work.

Timing is Everything: When to Claim Social Security as a Federal Employee 08/20/2025

How Much TSP Do You Need to Retire? 08/19/2025

Make the Most of Your FEHB with These Retirement Tips 08/12/2025

#134 Retirement Readiness: The Secrets to Knowing You’re Truly Ready 08/11/2025

Approaching Retirement: How to Check If You're Prepared 08/06/2025

Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes Federal Employees Make 08/05/2025

Changes in the Retirement Process 08/04/2025

Signs That You’re Ready for Retirement 07/29/2025

#133 Smart Retirement Planning in Volatile Markets: Cash Flow, TSP, and Taxes 07/28/2025

Are You Able to Combine State and Federal Retirement Contributions? 07/23/2025

How to Adjust Your TSP Contributions for Maximum Growth in 2025 07/22/2025

The Best Tax Strategies When Taking TSP Withdrawals 07/15/2025

#132 Understanding How the Economy and Your Retirement Portfolio Are Related 07/14/2025

Does Retiring at the End of the Month Affect TSP Contributions? 07/09/2025

Exploring Early Retirement Options Under FERS 07/08/2025

The Retirement Roadmap: Planning for the Future You Want 07/01/2025

#131 The Government Is… What Can You Control? 06/30/2025

Is It Possible to Suspend FEHB and Come Back Later? 06/25/2025

The Next Chapter: Finding Purpose and Joy After Retirement 06/24/2025

Blue Cross Basic vs. Standard: What’s the Difference? 06/17/2025

Can You Qualify for FEHB in Retirement by Returning to Federal Service? 06/11/2025

Is Long Term Care Insurance Really Worth It? 06/10/2025

Retiring at 62: Should You Delay Social Security? 06/03/2025

#129 Throwback Episode: Medicare and FEHB 06/02/2025

Warning to Federal Employees: Don’t Fall for These Retirement Scams 05/29/2025

Is It Possible to Access Your FERS Supplement Early? 05/28/2025

How Does Sick Leave Impact Your FERS Retirement Date and Pension? 05/27/2025

Can I Receive My Pension and My Spouse’s Survivor Benefits at the Same Time? 05/20/2025

#128 Why 'Buy and Hold' Doesn’t Always Work? 05/19/2025

Can You Delay Your Annuity and Still Keep FEHB Coverage? 05/14/2025