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FedImpact: Candid Insights for Your Federal Retirement

Chris Kowalik, ProFeds
Federal Employees
Federal Retirement
Thrift Savings Plan
Retirement Planning
Reduction In Force
Retirement Eligibility
Pension Benefits
Federal Workforce
Deferred Resignation Offer
Voluntary Early Retirement Authority
Profeds
Special Retirement Supplement
Job Security
Voluntary Resignation Offer
MRA Plus 10
Retirement
Federal Employees Health Benefits
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance
New Year's Resolutions
Government Administration

Federal retirement expert, Chris Kowalik, empowers federal employees to make confident decisions as they plan for the days when they no longer have to work. Chris' candid and straightforward nature allows employees to get the answers they need, and to understand the impact these decisions have on their retirement.

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Artwork for FedImpact: Candid Insights for Your Federal Retirement

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ProFeds Founder, Chris Kowalik, reviews the IRS rules which allow federal employees to take from their TSP at various ages if they are RIF'ed.

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• How do employees access TSP after they have separated (resigned or retired)

• How lo... more

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ProFeds Founder, Chris Kowalik, sheds light on what military veterans should know if they are going through a RIF process.

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• Ensuring your veterans preference is in your service record

• Process of buying back your military servi... more

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ProFeds Founder, Chris Kowalik, explores the rules for keeping various government insurance programs such as health (FEHB), life (FEGLI), dental and vision (FEDVIP), and long term care (FLTCIP).).

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• Rules for being able to keep va... more

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ProFeds Founder, Chris Kowalik, reviews the rules for getting the FERS Special Retirement Supplement for employees who are RIF'ed.

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• Explanation of the FERS Supplement

• Who gets the FERS Supplement?

• When do payments begin?

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Chris Kowalik
Retirement expert specializing in federal employment benefits and retirement planning.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Good info

    Thanks for the timely retirement episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarita7981
    United States9 months ago
  • Helpful

    Nice information regarding federal workforce benefits

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P4 Gavin
    United States5 years ago
  • Can’t see new episodes

    I love the podcast. I am subscribed but it’s not downloading new episodes. All I have is one from March 2020, then it skips to 2018

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maillady2018
    United States6 years ago
  • Current Federal Employee

    I am so glad I came across the FedImpact Podcast, this has been one of the best/informative programs I have heard yet! Much needed information for new Fed employees like myself.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lou R. Rivera
    United States6 years ago
  • Why aren’t there any episodes in 2019???

    Very informative for federal workers. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mish123456678
    United States6 years ago

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The content focuses on providing federal employees with comprehensive insights into retirement planning, particularly in relation to the unique benefits and challenges associated with federal service. Key topics include accessing the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), understanding various federal insurance programs, and navigating the complexities of pension calculations under different retirement scenarios such as reductions in force. Chris Kowalik's candid delivery aims to demystify intricate regulations and prepare listeners for transitions in their federal careers, making it a valuable resource for those approaching retirement.

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