Federal Retirement Insights & News
Stay informed on TSP changes, policy shifts, and smart retirement moves—built for federal employees.
Should You Pay Off Debt Before You Retire? Debt, Cash Flow and Federal Retirement Timing
How credit cards, car notes, student loans and your mortgage affect whether your federal retirement money lasts, how much cash to save before your first FERS annuity payment, and when TSP withdrawals are taxed least.
Which Federal Pay Stub Deductions Stop When You Retire? The FERS Paycheck Test
When a federal employee retires, Social Security tax (OASDI), Medicare tax, the FERS contribution and TSP contributions stop. Here is how to compare your working paycheck to your FERS retirement income, estimate your pension, and size the gap.
Your Last 90 Days as a Federal Employee: The Retirement Execution Sprint
A 90-day checklist for federal employees retiring this year: what to gather, when to submit your retirement application, FEGLI and survivor benefit decisions, TSP withdrawal timing and the cash you need before your first annuity payment.
3 Strategies to Lower Your TSP Tax Bill Before 2026
Your TSP, pension, and Social Security don’t operate in isolation — they stack and interact. These three strategies reveal how to navigate the 2026 tax shift, coordinate your income using the FINISH Line™ framework, and keep more of your hard-earned savings.
What a Government Shutdown Means for Your Pension and TSP
During a government shutdown, your pay may pause — but your retirement planning shouldn’t. This guide explains how shutdowns affect your TSP and federal pension, clears up common misconceptions about TSP funds, and shows how to protect your retirement timeline, benefits, and financial stability as a federal employee.
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