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FEFP: Let’s Talk Taxes: Trump Accounts, Virginia Tax Changes & NIIT for Federal Employees (EP115)
Do you actually understand how recent tax changes could impact your financial plan? In this episode, we break down several important…
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FEFP: When Should Federal Employees Claim Social Security? (EP114)
Is claiming Social Security early really the smartest move, or could it cost you more in the long run? In this…
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FEFP: Your FERS Retirement: Back to the Basics (EP113)
Are federal employees sitting on far more wealth than they realize? In this episode, financial planners Tommy Blackburn and John…
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FEFP: Medicare in 2026 Part 2: No One Size Fits All for Federal Retirees (EP112)
Are you choosing your Medicare plan based purely on math or on what truly fits your life? In Part 2 of…
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FedSmith: Avoiding the Tax Trap: What the Elimination of WEP and GPO Means for Your Income and Taxes
Originally published on FedSmith.com, authored by John Mason. The Social Security Fairness Act, signed into law on January 5, 2025,…
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The 65-Day Election: How Trusts Can Save You Thousands in Taxes Before March 6th
If you have an irrevocable trust, there’s a little-known tax strategy with a tight deadline you need to know about…
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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…
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FEFP: Medicare in 2026: What Changed and What It Means for Federal Retirees (EP111)
Is your Medicare plan still working for you, or are you just hoping it is? In this episode, we’re joined by…
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FERS Cost of Living Adjustment: Why “Diet COLA” Is Still Worth Hundreds of Thousands
Understanding your FERS cost of living adjustment (COLA) is crucial for retirement planning. Unlike CSRS pensions that receive full CPI…
