The Federal Retirement Show
The Federal Retirement Show
The Federal Retirement Show is a podcast and web series dedicated to helping federal employees and their families plan for retirement and reach financial freedom. American Benefits Exchange specializes in providing solid financial solutions to federal, postal and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of e…
Retirement Reality Check — Will your FERS Pension & TSP Actually be Enough
Will your FERS pension and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) provide enough income to support the retirement you envision? In episode 197 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val breaks down how lifetime retirement income works, how much you may need, and real-world examples of how your pension and TSP balance …
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Revisiting Roth Conversions
Is a Roth conversion the right move for your retirement strategy? In episode 195 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val breaks down how Roth conversions work, explores the potential benefits and drawbacks, and explains how converting traditional retirement funds to a Roth account could impact your tax…
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Your Retirement Plan: Lifetime Income & Risk Tolerance
How can you turn your retirement savings into a reliable source of lifetime income while building a retirement that delivers both financial security and happiness? In episode 195 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val explores the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), setting clear retirement goals, and the impo…
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 7
In episode 194 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val covers your questions regarding healthcare, family protection, and financial security as a retired federal employee. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future epi…
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 6
In episode 193 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val covers your questions about certain retirement rules including FERS supplement, and early retirement. Plus, Val covers the importance of estate and legacy planning. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with V…
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 5
In episode 192 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val covers your questions about Long-Term Care, and Retirement income planning in part five of often asked federal retirement questions. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featur…
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 4
In episode 191 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val covers survivor benefits, and taxes in retirement. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with …
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 3
In episode 190 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val covers key healthcare and life insurance decisions federal employees face as they approach retirement, including FEHB premiums, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, FEGLI, FEGLI reductions, and private life insurance. Val also breaks down the optio…
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 2
When should you claim Social Security, and how do pensions, TSP contributions, and Roth versus Traditional savings decisions impact your retirement future? In this episode, Val answer listener questions on maximizing Social Security benefits, understanding pension coordination, evaluating TSP fund …
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Federal Retirement Questions – Part 1
Whether you're just beginning to think about retirement or you're ready to make your final decision, episode 188 of the Federal Retirement Show is packed with essential guidance for federal employees. Val breaks down federal retirement eligibility rules, discusses the key factors that determine the…
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