
Viral Finance: Should You Trust Trends?
From Magazines To TikTok Financial “trends” are nothing new; only the platforms have changed. Decades ago, investors chased the latest ideas from glossy money magazines

Is YOUR Social Security Taxable?
https://youtu.be/xIjeO–32Lc Most federal employees are surprised to learn that up to 85% of their Social Security benefits may be taxable in retirement. In this episode,

FERS Pension Going Down in 2026
We’re all feeling the impact of inflation. Groceries, gas, utilities… everything costs more. Unfortunately, federal retirees may soon feel it even more directly. For many,

Wait, FEHB Is Auto-Enrolling You in Medicare Part D? Here’s What You Need to Know
Are Federal Employees Being Auto-Enrolled in Medicare Part D? If you’re enrolled in a Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan that now offers Medicare Part

Do Trusts Pay Higher Taxes on Inherited TSPs and IRAs Than Individual Beneficiaries?
Real Question from a Federal Employee I am a widow and own an inherited TSP from my husband. Currently, I listed our Living Trust as

Should I Stay Or Should I Go
Federal Employment has perhaps never been more uncertain. The Cross Roads When we visit with Federal Employees, we usually run into two groups of people.

Government Shutdown: What This Means for Your Federal Retirement
Feds are facing yet another extended furlough in 2025. A furlough is when an employer, in this case the federal government, places employees on an

How Should I Allocate My TSP For Retirement Security?
Real Question from a Federal Employee As I approach retirement, what are the safest and best TSP investment and allocation strategies, any suggestions? – Andrew

Is There a Limit on the Annual Leave Payout at Retirement?
Real Question from a Federal Employee What is the maximum amount of unused annual leave that I may be paid for when I retire? – Wayne

Buy Back Military Time and Keep Retirement Pay, Is It Possible?
Real Question from a Federal Employee Hey, I am retired Air Force 22 years a combat injury related 100 % disabled veteran. I am working

What Medicare Part B Covers That FEHB Doesn’t
Real Question from a Federal Employee Do I need Medicare Part B if I have FEHB? I find it hard to believe Medicare Part B

Timing is Everything: When to Claim Social Security as a Federal Employee
Real Question from a Federal Employee What age can I start collecting Social Security retirement benefits? What is my full retirement age, and how does