In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss how housing costs in metro areas like the DMV, San Francisco, and New York City are outpacing federal pay. They share practical strategies…
In this episode, Dan and Ed break down how the OBBBA of 2025 reshapes charitable giving and tax deductions. They explain how the law builds on changes from the Tax…
In this episode, Dan discusses how federal employees can prepare for a potential government shutdown—covering back pay expectations, key benefits like FEHB, TSP, and leave, and strategies to avoid high-interest…
In this episode, Dan reflects on Social Security’s 90th anniversary, and how it complements FERS and TSP for a balanced retirement strategy, while Katelyn examines the G Fund’s safety, real…
In this episode, Katelyn explores financial independence and early retirement for federal employees, highlighting how benefits like TSP, FERS, and FEHB can support FIRE goals, while Dan discusses entrepreneurship in…
In this episode, Dan covers the TSP surpassing $1 trillion and what it means for retirement savings, while Katelyn examines the cancellation of the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, its impact…
In this episode, Dan and Ed explain TSP life annuities, including how they work and the factors that determine monthly payments. They also cover the process for purchasing an annuity,…
In this episode, Katelyn and Dan discuss why federal employees are considering state jobs, outlining benefits, protections, and key trade-offs, then explore apprenticeship opportunities in fields like IT, healthcare, and…
In this episode, Dan and Katelyn discuss federal retirement benchmarks, savings milestones, and key planning factors, then explore strategies for catching up with FERS and TSP, closing with guidance on…
In this episode, Katelyn and Jen discuss the tradeoffs between federal service and contracting, the 2025 pay raise versus inflation, and key retirement planning challenges, closing with actionable steps for…