
Federal employee benefits are among the most comprehensive and strongest in the country. Financial planning for federal employees requires knowledge of both financial planning concepts and a comprehensive understanding of these benefits. General financial planning advice is just that, general. We speak specifically to federal employees and the unique planning techniques and strategies to help them... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 129 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | How ToBusinessEducationInvesting | |||

When should you claim Social Security, and how do you know if the "optimal" strategy actually fits your retirement plan? In this episode, we react to a White Coat Investor article exploring whether Social Security should be claimed early and invested... more
What if being financially ready for retirement is only half of the equation? In this episode, we sit down with Bob Laura, financial planner, speaker, author of Retirement Intelligence, and pioneer in the psychology and social science of retirement an... more
How do you know if you're truly on track for retirement? And what should you be doing differently at 30, 40, 50… or just six months from leaving federal service? In this episode, John and Tommy break down retirement readiness by life stage, exploring... more
Could a single dollar cost you hundreds more in Medicare premiums? In this mailbag episode, we answer some of the most common retirement planning questions from listeners, beginning with how to avoid IRMAA surcharges and why Medicare planning really ... more
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I've learned more in every podcast I've listened to so far than more previous Financial Planned (fired) and books I've read. I'm retired military and currently a federal employee if you're either or both I highly recommend.
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The best podcast I have found for financial planning for federal employees!
This episode was informative and educational. Thank you.
Happy I found this podcast I’m a current fed employee and have enjoyed the topics discussed. I would like to retire early so this information is invaluable. I am sharing with other fed employees.
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This show centers on federal employee benefits and comprehensive financial planning tailored to federal workers. Episodes consistently blend traditional financial planning with in-depth coverage of federal-specific benefits (FEHB, FEGLI, TSP, SBP) and retirement strategies, often featuring industry guests who bring retirement psychology, Medicare, and long-term planning perspectives. A standout trait is the practical, numbers-driven yet holistic approach, emphasizing survivor benefits, tax planning, and strategic withdrawals, all delivered through an approachable, relationship-driven advisory lens. Listeners likely gain actionable tactics for managing federal benefits, optimizing retirement income, and coordinating benefits across programs,... more
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1. The Federal Retirement Show
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4. Haws Federal Advisors Podcast
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2. Tommy Blackburn
3. Ben Raikes
4. Bryan Gay
5. Stephen Kimberlin
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7. James Anderson
8. Rachel Meredith
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