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The Fed15 Podcast: The First Year of Federal Retirement

01/02/2024
The first podcast of the new year! Dan and Katelyn discuss their resolutions. Then, Dan goes into depth about the importance of a TSP beneficiary designation. Katelyn discusses what feds can expect during the first year after retiring from the ... Read More

Serving Those Who Serve’s Top of 2023 List

12/28/2023
The most popular articles from 2023 – by “Benefits Ben,” Jennifer Meyer, and Ed Zurndorfer. The most watched “FedLIfe” and “Fed15” podcast episodes on YouTube And lastly, federal pay raise updates and our most taken quiz Top “FEDZONE” Article “SECURE ... Read More

Monthly Quiz for Federal Employees: December 2023

12/22/2023
Before checking out for the Holiday break, take our latest quiz for feds! UPCOMING TSP WEBINAR [ays_quiz id=”69″] **Written by Benjamin Derge, Financial Planner, ChFEBC℠ The information has been obtained from sources considered reliable but we do not guarantee that ... Read More

2024 TSP Contribution Limits: Choose Your Amount

12/21/2023
Time to think about your 2024 contributions – for younger feds and those closer to retirement. The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) announced in November the employee contribution limits to the TSP for calendar year 2024. For employees who will be ... Read More

What to Expect in the First Year of Retirement from Federal Service

12/20/2023
Taking a glance at the first year of your federal retirement. What happens in the first four weeks after you’ve officially retired? Six month to nine months after retiring, we explain what to be aware of. At the end of ... Read More

Things to Consider When Picking a TSP Beneficiary

12/19/2023
What happens if no beneficiary is named when the account owner passes away? What choices are available to spousal and non-spousal TSP beneficiaries? How to ensure you heirs get the highest net amount from your TSP account. One of the ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: When’s the Best Time to Take Social Security?

12/19/2023
Katelyn and Dan are ready for the holidays! This episode goes over when it’s a good time to take social security- 62, FRA, or 70? Then, Katelyn has some good news about November’s TSP performance! The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 26): ... Read More

FedLife Podcast: The Math Favors the Roth TSP for Younger Feds

12/15/2023
The traditional TSP versus the Roth TSP – which is better? Learn the differences and why it’s probably a good idea if you’re on the younger side. Check Out Our Webinar on Tax Planning for Federal Employees and Retirees- REGISTER ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: Understanding TSP Withdrawals

12/12/2023
Katelyn and Dan are getting ready for the holidays A look at how FEHB plans coordinate with other health plans, such as Medicare And watch out for these tax traps with your TSP! The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 25): Understanding TSP ... Read More

TSP Recap: S Fund Rebounds in November, Growing Over 11%

12/05/2023
Thrift Savings Plan Monthly Update for November 2023, by Jennifer Meyer, CFP®, ChFEBC℠, AIF® Jennifer Meyer, CFP© November 2023 will go down as one of the best months for markets in recent memory. You may recall that last month I ... Read More