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Plan Your Federal Retirement Podcast

Plan Your Federal Retirement Podcast

By: Micah Shilanski & Tammy Flanagan
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 Financial Planner and benefits experts discuss the intricacies of the Federal Employee Retirement System. This real world experience allows these benefits experts to address questions they are most frequently asked by Feds as well as Human Resource departments on how benefits work. Economics Personal Finance
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  • Social Security: The Bridge Strategy!

    Social Security: The Bridge Strategy!
    Dec 24 2025

    Have you ever wondered what a Social Security bridge strategy is? In this episode, Floyd Shilanski, CFPⓇ breaks down how these strategies can help retirees wait to claim Social Security and boost their lifetime income.

    Rather than filing for Social Security at 62, some retirees use their TSP, 401(k), or other savings to cover income needs until they reach full retirement age or even 70. Floyd discusses why living longer matters, how waiting can increase your monthly income, and why each person needs a plan that fits their situation.

    Most importantly, this episode focuses on planning, coordination, and making choices that fit you, instead of following advice from friends, neighbors, or social media.

    If you're getting close to retirement and unsure about when to claim Social Security, this episode will help you see your options and the pros and cons of each.
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    7 mins
  • Retirement Isn't Just About Money Are You Physically Ready?

    Retirement Isn't Just About Money Are You Physically Ready?
    Dec 23 2025

    Big changes are coming to your TSP catch-up contributions in 2026 and if you miss them, you could accidentally throw off your entire tax strategy.
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    7 mins
  • Changes to Catch-up Contributions in 2026

    Changes to Catch-up Contributions in 2026
    Dec 16 2025
    4 mins
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