Education - Mason and Associates

FEFP: Retirement Intelligence: Preparing Federal Employees for the Emotional Side of Retirement with Bob Laura (EP125)

What if being financially ready for retirement is only half of the equation? In this episode, we sit down with… Continue reading

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When Should I Start Taking Social Security Benefits?

When should you start taking Social Security benefits? John Mason, CFP®, and Tommy Blackburn, CFP®, CPA, PFS, break down why… Continue reading

Podcast

FEFP: Retirement Readiness (EP124)

How do you know if you’re truly on track for retirement? And what should you be doing differently at 30,… Continue reading

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Are You Eligible To Keep FEHB In Retirement?

Can you keep your FEHB coverage after you retire? Most federal employees assume the answer is simple, but three specific… Continue reading

Podcast

FEFP: Mailbag Part Two: Questions from Federal Employees (EP123)

Could a single dollar cost you hundreds more in Medicare premiums? In this mailbag episode, we answer some of the… Continue reading

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What Do I Do With My TSP When I Retire? 4 Options for Federal Employees

If you’re a federal employee approaching retirement, you’ve probably asked yourself: what do I actually do with my TSP once… Continue reading

Podcast

FEFP: Mailbag Part One: Questions from Federal Employees (EP122)

What questions do federal employees need answered before making major retirement decisions? In this mailbag episode, John and Tommy tackle… Continue reading

Blogs

Federal Employees: Is Your Retirement Plan Outdated?

Your retirement plan was built for a version of retirement you projected years ago. But if your actual retirement looks… Continue reading

Podcast

FEFP: The Questions Federal Employees Are Asking in 2026 (EP121)

What really happens behind the scenes after 350+ client meetings in just six weeks—and what do those conversations reveal about… Continue reading