FedLife Podcast: TSP Annuities Explained – Withdrawal Option 2
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,…
The Fed15 Podcast: Switching to State Jobs & Mid-Career Apprenticeships
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…
September is Life Insurance Awareness Month:Tax Treatment of Life Insurance
Since 2004, September has been designated as “life insurance awareness month: by the nonprofit organization Life Happens (https://lifehappens.org). Life Happens is dedicated to helping consumers take personal financial responsibility through…
Is the G Fund Really “Safe”?
Many federal employees we meet are 100% invested in the G Fund, thinking it’s the safest option. And while it does offer principal protection, what many don’t realize is that…
September Is Life Insurance Awareness Month:Understanding the Different Types of Term Life Insurance Policies
Since 2004, September has been designated as “life insurance awareness month” by the nonprofit organization Life Happens (https://lifehappens.org). Life Happens is dedicated to helping consumers take personal financial responsibility through…
The Fed15 Podcast: Retirement Benchmarks and Private Sector Transitions
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…
Federal Employee Entrepreneurship: Starting a Business While Serving
Federal employees across the country turn their skills and passions into extra income beyond their day jobs. Some consult, others sell online, but all face a clear reality — the…
Young Federal Employees and FIRE: Financial Independence in Government Service
The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement has gained real momentum over the past decade, especially among younger workers hoping to exit the workforce earlier than many traditional plans allow.…
The Fed15 Podcast: Contracting vs. Federal Service, 2025 Pay Raise, and Retirement Challenges
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…
TSP Reaches $1 Trillion: What it Means for Your Retirement Savings
Crossing the $1 trillion mark, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) hit a milestone that changes the game for federal employee retirement. Years of steady contributions and solid market performance contributed…