On a very special 100th episode of The Federal Retirement Show, Val is joined by the President/CEO of American Benefits Exchange – Eric Hughes, and Federal Benefit Counselors Tim McCleskey Jr. and Brandi Person to talk a variety of topics pertaining to retirement information for Federal employees. The panel explains retirement date drawbacks, Option B with Fegli, and your overall risk-tolerance nearing retirement.

Visit Federalretirementshow.com for previous episodes!

Guests:
Eric Hughes – President/CEO of American Benefits Exchange
eric@ambspecialists.com

Brandi Persons – Federal Benefits Counselor
theinsurancelady.ba@gmail.com

Tim McCleskey – Federal Benefits Counselor
timjr@federalbenefitco.com

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On a very special 100th episode of The Federal Retirement Show, Val is joined by the President/CEO of American Benefits Exchange – Eric Hughes, and Federal Benefit Counselors Tim McCleskey Jr. and Brandi Person to talk a variety of topics pertaining to retirement information for Federal employees. The panel explains retirement date drawbacks, Option B with Fegli, and your overall risk-tolerance nearing retirement.
Visit Federalretirementshow.com for previous episodes!
Guests: Eric Hughes – President/CEO of American Benefits Exchange <a href="mailto:eric@ambspecialists.com">eric@ambspecialists.com</a>
Brandi Persons – Federal Benefits Counselor <a href="mailto:theinsurancelady.ba@gmail.com">theinsurancelady.ba@gmail.com</a>
Tim McCleskey – Federal Benefits Counselor <a href="mailto:timjr@federalbenefitco.com">timjr@federalbenefitco.com</a>
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The Federal Retirement Show is the only podcast and web series exclusively 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 experience and expert knowledge to support these niche markets.

Learn more: thinkabx.com/find-an-agent-or-get-a-quote

The Federal Retirement Show is the only podcast and web series exclusively 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 experience and expert knowledge to support these niche markets.
Learn more: <a href="https://thinkabx.com/find-an-agent-or-get-a-quote/">thinkabx.com/find-an-agent-or-get-a-quote</a>

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 experience and expert knowledge to support these niche markets.

Learn more: FederalRetirementShow.com

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 experience and expert knowledge to support these niche markets.
Learn more: <a href="https://federalretirementshow.com/">FederalRetirementShow.com</a>

Episode 100!  A Roundtable of Top Federal Retirement Specialists

Can you wave your military pension or purchase back your military time? In episode 109 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val dives into a topic that often confuses those navigating the complex world of military benefits: If you're a retired service member or approaching retirement, this episode will clarify the options available to you when it comes to waiving your military retirement pay to claim more service time for other federal retirement systems like FERS or CSRS.

Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!

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 anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.



Listen to Previous Episodes: 
https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/

Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel:
www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange



Connect with Val:
Phone --- (512) 582-6050
Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com
American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com
Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts
LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/



About American Benefits Exchange:
American Benefits Exchange focuses on 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 experience and knowledge to support these niche markets.

American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.

Can you wave your military pension or purchase back your military time? In episode 109 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val dives into a topic that often confuses those navigating the complex world of military benefits: If you're a retired service member or approaching retirement, this episode will clarify the options available to you when it comes to waiving your military retirement pay to claim more service time for other federal retirement systems like FERS or CSRS.
Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!
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 anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.
 
Listen to Previous Episodes: <a href="https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/">https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/</a>
Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange">www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange</a>
 
Connect with Val: Phone --- (512) 582-6050 Email --- <a href="mailto:vmajewski@thinkabx.com">vmajewski@thinkabx.com</a> American Benefits Exchange --- <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fthinkabx.com%2F">thinkabx.com</a> Federal Retirement Show --- <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Ffederalretirementshow.com%2Fpodcasts%2F">federalretirementshow.com/podcasts</a> LinkedIn --- <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/</a>
 
About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on 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 experience and knowledge to support these niche markets.
American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.

Can You Wave Military Retirement Pay for Service Time?

Val dives into the complex world of federal employee retirement benefits. He breaks down the most common misconceptions surrounding federal employee retirement and dispels myths by sharing essential information you need to know so you can plan for a successful retirement. 

Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!

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 anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.



Listen to Previous Episodes: 
https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/

Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel:
www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange



Connect with Val:
Phone - (512) 582-6050
Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com
American Benefits Exchange - thinkabx.com
Federal Retirement Show - federalretirementshow.com/podcasts
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/



About American Benefits Exchange:
American Benefits Exchange focuses on 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 experience and knowledge to support these niche markets.

American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.

Val dives into the complex world of federal employee retirement benefits. He breaks down the most common misconceptions surrounding federal employee retirement and dispels myths by sharing essential information you need to know so you can plan for a successful retirement. 
Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!
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 anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.
 
Listen to Previous Episodes: <a href="https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/">https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/</a>
Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange">www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange</a>
 
Connect with Val: Phone - (512) 582-6050 Email --- <a href="mailto:vmajewski@thinkabx.com">vmajewski@thinkabx.com</a> American Benefits Exchange - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fthinkabx.com%2F">thinkabx.com</a> Federal Retirement Show - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Ffederalretirementshow.com%2Fpodcasts%2F">federalretirementshow.com/podcasts</a> LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/</a> 
 
About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on 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 experience and knowledge to support these niche markets.
American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.

Common Misconceptions Surrounding Federal Employee Retirement

With increasing life expectancy, federal retirees must plan for longer retirement periods, which brings about unique financial challenges. In episode 107 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val takes a deep dive into one of the most significant challenges facing federal employees in retirement—longevity risk. He also explores what longevity risk is and breaks down long-term care risk, withdrawal rate risk, taxation risk, and why it’s important to take all of this into account in your retirement planning.

Check out additional articles and factoids about Longevity Risk ---
https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewbiggs/2024/08/12/half-of-retirees-will-run-out-of-money-thats-the-good-news/
https://www.investmentnews.com/retirement-planning/most-us-adults-fear-outliving-their-money-more-than-death/251992
https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/how-long-savings-plus-social-security-will-last-in-every-state

Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!

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 anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.



Listen to Previous Episodes: 
https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/

Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel:
www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange



Connect with Val:
Phone --- (512) 582-6050
Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com
American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com
Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts
LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/



About American Benefits Exchange:
American Benefits Exchange focuses on 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 experience and knowledge to support these niche markets.

American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.

With increasing life expectancy, federal retirees must plan for longer retirement periods, which brings about unique financial challenges. In episode 107 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val takes a deep dive into one of the most significant challenges facing federal employees in retirement—longevity risk. He also explores what longevity risk is and breaks down long-term care risk, withdrawal rate risk, taxation risk, and why it’s important to take all of this into account in your retirement planning.
Check out additional articles and factoids about Longevity Risk --- <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewbiggs/2024/08/12/half-of-retirees-will-run-out-of-money-thats-the-good-news/">https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewbiggs/2024/08/12/half-of-retirees-will-run-out-of-money-thats-the-good-news/</a> <a href="https://www.investmentnews.com/retirement-planning/most-us-adults-fear-outliving-their-money-more-than-death/251992">https://www.investmentnews.com/retirement-planning/most-us-adults-fear-outliving-their-money-more-than-death/251992</a> <a href="https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/how-long-savings-plus-social-security-will-last-in-every-state">https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/how-long-savings-plus-social-security-will-last-in-every-state</a>
Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!
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 anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.
 
Listen to Previous Episodes: <a href="https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/">https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/</a>
Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange">www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange</a>
 
Connect with Val: Phone --- (512) 582-6050 Email --- <a href="mailto:vmajewski@thinkabx.com">vmajewski@thinkabx.com</a> American Benefits Exchange --- <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fthinkabx.com%2F">thinkabx.com</a> Federal Retirement Show --- <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Ffederalretirementshow.com%2Fpodcasts%2F">federalretirementshow.com/podcasts</a> LinkedIn --- <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/</a> 
 
About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on 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 experience and knowledge to support these niche markets.
American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.

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