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The Fed15 Podcast | Ep. 148 Managing FERS Tax Withholding + Should Feds Diversify Beyond U.S. Stocks?

04/28/2026
In this episode, Jen and Dan go over managing taxes as income stacks up in retirement and whether heavy reliance on U.S. stocks in the TSP adds unnecessary risk. They cover how to avoid tax surprises through proper withholding and ... Read More
Closing The Retirement Gap After 50

Closing the Retirement Gap After 50: A Step-by-Step Fed Guide

04/26/2026
If you’re behind on retirement savings, the goal isn’t perfection. It’s increasing how much you save, starting now. For many Feds, catch-up saving after 50 comes down to three levers: contributions, taxes, and spending. When you increase savings, manage taxes intentionally, ... 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: 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
Rmds And Federal Pensions

Required Minimum Distributions and Federal Pensions: A Coordinated Withdrawal Strategy

02/26/2025
For our Feds, retirement brings both a steady pension and required minimum distributions (RMDs) – those IRS-mandated withdrawals from your retirement accounts once you reach a certain age. By thoughtfully combining these two income streams, you’ll keep more of your hard-earned money ... Read More