The Federal Retirement Show

In episode 168 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on another common mistake federal employees make when nearing retirement – unprepared to pay off debt and how this affects your retirement portfolio.

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In episode 167 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on a common mistake federal employees make when nearing retirement – making the wrong survivor benefits selection in retirement.

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In episode 166 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on a common mistake federal employees make when nearing retirement – skipping military buyback and how you could be costing yourself more retirement money in your portfolio!

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In episode 165 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on a common mistake federal employees make when nearing retirement – failing to save and plan for a successful retirement.

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In episode 164 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on neglecting to understand of your TSP options available to you in retirement.

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In episode 163 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val continues the countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on mishandling and not properly maximizing TSP matching.

Many federal employees carry Option B coverage for years without realizing how dramatically the cost increases with age—or how often better, less expensive alternatives are available. Val breaks do...

In episode 162 of The Federal Retirement Show, we continue our countdown of the most common (and costly) mistakes federal employees make—this week shining a spotlight on FEGLI Option B.

Many federal employees carry Option B coverage for years without realizing how dramatically the cost increases with age—or how often better, less expensive alternatives are available. Val breaks down how FEGLI Option B really works, why ...

Many federal employees assume they’ll “figure it out later” when it comes to retirement—but later often comes with costly surprises. Val explores a 10-part series of the Top 10 retirement mistakes made by federal employees, and in part one he tackles one of the most common and avoidable errors: not attending a retirement meeting or seminar focused on federal benefits.

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Planning to retire from federal service in 2026 or soon? Episode 160 breaks down a practical, step-by-step retirement checklist designed specifically for federal employees. Val walks you through walk through the TSP checklist, how to address the current debt you may have, and explains the not-so easy online retirement application.

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In episode 159 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val continues with part three of his TSP series, and breaks down the distribution phase in your TSP!

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In episode 158 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val continues with part two of his TSP series, and breaks down the preservation phase of TSP!

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In episode 157 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val break down one of the most important—yet often overlooked—stages of your financial journey: the accumulation phase. He dives deep into how your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) can become a powerful engine for long-term growth, exploring smart strategies to build your balance year after year. From the benefits of consistent contributions to the advantages of TSP’s low fe...

In episode 156 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val unveils the latest version of recent questions answered – answering common questions he receives from Federal Employees daily!

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In episode 155 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val explains the 2026 TSP Contribution Limits and the intricate details you need to know to get you further prepared for your tax-free retirement.

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In episode 154 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val takes a deep dive into a recent conversation he had with a federal employee pertaining to Survivor-Benefit options for federal employees, a crucial but often misunderstood part of retirement planning. Join Val as he walks you through the key decisions, costs, and implications that can make all the difference for you and your loved ones.

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Ever wonder how part-time federal work affects your retirement? In episode 153 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val breaks down some of the most misunderstood aspects of part-time service under FERS — including how the Proration Factor impacts your pension, how your High-3 average salary is calculated when you’ve worked a mix of full- and part-time schedules, and what this all means for your FERS Supplement and Survivor ...

In episode 152 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val is breaking down everything federal employees need to know to retire with confidence and peace of mind. Whether you’re just a few months from your retirement date or planning years ahead, this discussion is packed with expert insights and practical steps to help you prepare.

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In episode 151 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val tackles the growing concerns and widespread misinformation surrounding federal retirement and the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Whether you're nearing retirement or just getting started in your federal career, it's crucial to separate fact from fiction. Val provides clarity on what federal employees really need to know to make informed decisions.

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In episode 150 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val is cutting through the noise and getting real about retirement planning for federal employees. There's a lot of information out there—but not all of it is accurate. We're tackling common myths and misinformation that could be steering you off course. Val also dive into a hot topic: Roth conversions. Should you consider one? When does it make sense? And how could it impact you...