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    Spending too LITTLE in Retirement?

    John Mason, CFP®, discusses how the risk-averse nature of many Federal Employees can lead to significant underspending in retirement. About the Episode: • Almost all Federal Employees have a financial…

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  • Federal Retirement Planning, Videos

    Hail Mary or Victory Formation? Know the Score!

    John Mason, CFP®, discusses the importance of “knowing the score” of your financial plan. About the Episode: • Knowing the…

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  • Federal Retirement Planning, Videos

    Avoid the Common Financial Planning Mistakes Made by Federal Employees – EP 3

    John Mason, CFP®, reviews the common financial planning mistakes made by Federal Employees. About the Episode: • Don’t misunderstand the…

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    Federal Employees – Beware the FERS Retirement Gap!

    John Mason, CFP®, discusses the FERS Retirement Gap and how the sometimes lengthy adjudication process can impact your financial plan.…

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    The FERS Supplement – Everything You Need to Know!

    John Mason, CFP®, reviews the FERS Supplement and how this additional income can benefit Federal Employees. About the Episode: •…

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    COLA Danger – Your Cost of Living Adjustment May be Delayed !

    Tommy Blackburn, CFP®, CPA, PFS, of Mason & Associates reviews Federal pension cost of living adjustments (COLAs) and situations in…

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    Retirement Armageddon!

    John Mason, CFP®, defines “Armageddon Moments” and how developing a strong financial plan can give Federal Employees the power and…

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  • Federal Retirement Planning, Videos

    The Getting Ready to Retire Checklist

    John Mason, CFP®, reviews the important items to consider as Federal Employees are nearing their retirement date. About the Episode:…

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    The BEST Days to Retire as a Federal Employee

    John Mason, CFP®, reviews the best days of the month to retire as a Federal Employee under FERS as well…

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    How to Calculate Your FERS Pension

    Ben Raikes, CFP®, EA, of Mason & Associates discusses how to calculate your Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) pension benefit.…

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