Dan and Katelyn discuss retirement and divorce, providing key insights on how these events affect federal employees and their spouses. They also address the relationship between presidents and the stock market, noting that market performance isn’t significantly influenced by which party is in power.


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Dan covers key insights for federal employees regarding retirement and divorce. He explains how these events affect FERS pension division and TSP assets, highlighting the need to consider tax implications when consulting an attorney. He discusses the benefits an ex-spouse may be eligible for and stresses the importance of specificity in COAP. Additionally, he emphasizes the value of consulting an attorney specializing in this area to navigate the complexities effectively.

Next, Katelyn explores the relationship between the stock market and elections. She examines average yearly returns under Democratic and Republican presidents, noting that presidencies don’t significantly influence or predict stock market performance. She discusses factors like monetary policy, inflation, interest rates, and global events, highlighting how these variables often fall outside presidential control.

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