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FedLife Podcast | Ep. 167: Avoiding IRS Estimated Tax Penalties

05/12/2026
In this episode, Ed and Dan discuss why many federal employees and retirees may need to make quarterly estimated tax payments and how failing to do so can result in costly IRS underpayment penalties. With more retirees receiving income from ... Read More
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FedLife Podcast | Ep. 166: Roth TSP In-Plan Conversions & the 5-Year Rule Explained

04/28/2026
In this episode, Ed and Dan take a deeper look at the tax consequences of Roth TSP in-plan conversions beginning in 2026, with a focus on how the IRS “five-year rules” impact withdrawals. The discussion breaks down how traditional vs. ... Read More
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FedLife Podcast | Ep. 162: Roth TSP In-Plan Conversions

02/17/2026
In this episode, Ed and Dan explain the newest Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) option: Roth TSP in-plan conversions, starting January 28, 2026. Federal employees, retirees, and spouse beneficiaries can now convert portions of their traditional TSP accounts into Roth TSP ... Read More
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Understanding the “Five-Year Rule” with Respect to Roth TSP In-Plan Conversions

02/11/2026
A recent STWS column, TSP Announces Start of Roth TSP In-Plan Conversions (https://stwserve.com/tsp-announces-start-of-roth-tsp-in-plan-conversions/) presents information regarding the start of Roth TSP in-plan conversions on January 28, 2026.   This column discusses the income tax consequences of Roth TSP in-plan conversions and ... Read More