https://youtu.be/qaqBeGk8ri8 For many federal employees, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is the crown jewel of their retirement strategy. Whether you are a young professional just starting at a GS-5 level or a seasoned veteran nearing the end of a long career, the question remains the same: how can I grow Read more…
https://youtu.be/MmKjB4OLXq0 For many federal employees, the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program is the crown jewel of their benefits package. It is one of the most robust health insurance systems in the country, and the government generally pays about 75% of the premiums. However, the value of FEHB increases exponentially Read more…
https://youtu.be/_qPIfvz4WAo Deciding to retire from federal service is one of the most significant milestones in a civil servant’s career. For many, the transition isn’t a full stop but rather a pivot. You might be planning to collect your pension and the FERS Supplement or Social Security while simultaneously jumping back Read more…
https://youtu.be/e8-GBm5C8_Y A common misconception among federal employees is that a career spent serving the public and paying into government systems results in a significant tax break during retirement. Many believe that because they have contributed to Social Security and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) for decades, the government will Read more…
https://youtu.be/8OnzfLWTHL0 The government’s life insurance program, known by the acronym FEGLI or Federal Employee Group Life Insurance, is one of those benefits where I have seen many federal employees spend tens of thousands of dollars for coverage without truly understanding how it works. It is quite common for people to Read more…
https://youtu.be/ysCozAOwt6k For the vast majority of federal employees, the traditional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is the cornerstone of their retirement savings. While this has provided incredible tax deferral during a federal career, it also means a good chunk of that money is not truly yours—it belongs to the IRS. They Read more…
https://youtu.be/DCWgtrVyywk As a federal employee nearing retirement, the excitement of a new chapter is often accompanied by a significant question: Do I have enough money in my Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and other assets to afford the retirement I truly want? It’s one thing to retire; it’s quite another to Read more…
https://youtu.be/ch6N7Jfw-Ro The journey to a successful retirement as a federal employee under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) is a marathon, not a sprint. The most common concern for those approaching the finish line is, “Am I forgetting anything?” The key to a confident retirement is a structured, phase-by-phase approach. Read more…
https://youtu.be/aMWMnzhYHLs The year 2026 is poised to be one of the most transformative periods for the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) in over a decade. Driven by cost-of-living adjustments and new legislative mandates from the SECURE Act 2.0, these major changes will affect every federal employee—from new hires to those nearing Read more…
https://youtu.be/bVCfBrLuPJ8 When most federal employees think about retirement, they imagine freedom — freedom to travel, relax, and finally spend time the way they choose. But for many, that dream gets bogged down by the stuff that’s still weighing them down — financially and emotionally. Before you officially turn in your Read more…
