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The Fed15 Podcast: Switching to State Jobs & Mid-Career Apprenticeships

09/24/2025
In this episode, Katelyn and Dan discuss why federal employees are considering state jobs, outlining benefits, protections, and key trade-offs, then explore apprenticeship opportunities in fields like IT, healthcare, and HR, closing with guidance on eligibility, how to get started, ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Retirement Benchmarks and Private Sector Transitions

09/18/2025
In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss federal retirement benchmarks, savings milestones, and key planning factors, then explore strategies for catching up with FERS and TSP, closing with guidance on transitioning to the private sector and avoiding common mistakes. Check ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Contracting vs. Federal Service, 2025 Pay Raise, and Retirement Challenges

09/10/2025
In this episode, Katelyn and Jen discuss the tradeoffs between federal service and contracting, the 2025 pay raise versus inflation, and key retirement planning challenges, closing with actionable steps for employees to consider. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Reconciliation Bill Updates and Why Beneficiaries Matter

09/02/2025
In this episode, Dan reviews key benefit changes in the 2025 reconciliation bill, legal decisions shaping TSP and pensions, and what to watch moving forward. Katelyn highlights why updating beneficiary designations matters, the forms required, and how to avoid common ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Crypto Caution & the Best States for Retiring Feds in 2025

08/27/2025
In this episode, Katelyn and Dan explore the growing interest in cryptocurrency among federal employees and the importance of a cautious approach. They cover the risks of crypto investing, regulatory concerns, and why proven strategies like contributing to TSPs and ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Navigating the Federal Job Landscape and Advanced Charitable Giving

08/19/2025
In this episode, Katelyn and Dan examine the evolving federal job landscape and charitable giving strategies. They cover federal employee survey findings, the value of core benefits like FERS, TSP, and FEHB, and key steps to protect retirement security, followed ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: Navigating the Federal Job Landscape and Advanced Charitable Giving

08/19/2025
In this episode, Katelyn and Dan examine the evolving federal job landscape and charitable giving strategies. They cover federal employee survey findings, the value of core benefits like FERS, TSP, and FEHB, and key steps to protect retirement security, followed ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Key OBBBA Provisions and How They Affect Roth Conversions

08/12/2025
In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss key 2025 tax changes from the OBBBA and their impact on federal employees. They cover tax deductions, estate planning, and student loan updates, followed by Roth conversion strategies to help diversify retirement portfolios ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: Key OBBBA Provisions and How They Affect Roth Conversions

08/12/2025
In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss key 2025 tax changes from the OBBBA and their impact on federal employees. They cover tax deductions, estate planning, and student loan updates, followed by Roth conversion strategies to help diversify retirement portfolios ... Read More
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The Fed15 Podcast: Planning for Age Gaps, and the 2026 COLA Outlook

08/05/2025
In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss retirement strategies for federal employees, with a focus on age-gap couples. They cover Medicare, Social Security, Roth conversions, and withdrawal planning, as well as early 2026 COLA projections and their impact on CSRS ... Read More