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  • What Is Financial Planning for Federal Employees? (And Why It’s Not What You Think)
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    What Is Financial Planning for Federal Employees? (And Why It’s Not What You Think)

    What does financial planning actually mean for federal employees? It’s not the same as planning for everyone else. Your FERS pension, TSP, FEHB coverage, and survivor benefit elections are interconnected…

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    Seed vs. Sod (Do-it-yourself or hire a professional)

    John Mason, CFP®, discusses the value of a financial planner with the analogy of planting seed vs laying sod. Is…

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  • Financial Planning Foundations, Videos

    Why We Founded Mason & Associates- Our Purpose

    Michael Mason, CFP®, of Mason & Associates discusses the history of Mason & Associates and what drives us to offer…

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  • Tax Planning, Videos

    Save State Income Taxes with The Bailey Settlement

    Ben Raikes, CFP®, EA, of Mason & Associates discusses The Bailey Settlement in North Carolina and how it can be…

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  • Federal Retirement Planning, Videos

    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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    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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  • Federal Retirement Planning, Videos

    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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  • Tax Planning, Videos

    Voluntary Contribution Plan (VCP)- Mega Mega Back Door Roth

    Tommy Blackburn, CFP®, CPA, PFS, of Mason & Associates discusses the Voluntary Contribution Plan and the opportunity to contribute a…

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  • Thrift Savings Plan, Videos

    Don’t Max Your TSP!

    John Mason, CFP®, discusses that for some Federal employees contributing the maximum amount allowable to the TSP may not be…

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    Don’t Close Your TSP!

    John Mason, CFP®, discusses the benefits of keeping the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) open in retirement. About the Episode: •…

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