Fed Pilot Podcast

By Kevin Jones

The Fed Pilot Podcast - Making Federal Benefits Understandable for Humans. Answering questions about Federal Retirement Benefits taken from the Fed Pilot workshops. Want us to ask a question for us to... more

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September 07, 2024 Move TSP to a TSP With Gold
A financial adviser can guide converting a TSP to a gold IRA, but understanding federal benefits is crucial for informed decisions.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits but also about how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
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3min
September 06, 2024 Working For Health Care
Many people take federal jobs for health insurance benefits after retirement, allowing them to keep healthcare coverage if specific criteria are met.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
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2min
September 03, 2024 Early Career Advice
It's never too early to start planning for your retirement. We recommend attending financial planning classes every 5 years, and increasing the frequency as you get closer to retirement age. This will help you stay informed about the latest retirement policies and make informed decisions about your financial future.
Remember to keep a personal copy of all your important financial documents. Having a centralized location for your documents will make it easier to manage your finances and ensure a smooth retirement transition.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and learn not only about your benefits but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
Want to ask a question for me to answer in a video? Ask at https://fedpilot.com/contact-us
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4min
July 17, 2024 Mutual Fund Window
The government made changes to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) by introducing a mutual fund window in 2022, offering access to 5,000 additional mutual funds beyond the typical GFC Sni funds. To explore these mutual funds, individuals can log into tsp.gov, create a mutual fund window account, and assess the fees associated with these funds. Despite the potential for higher fees, it's essential to evaluate if utilizing these mutual funds aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
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4min
July 11, 2024 Dying Before Retirement
The Survivor Benefit Plan provides money and access to health care for a spouse if an employee were to die before retirement, with the benefit being free and automatic. After retirement, the spouse can still access the plan, but the employee would need to start paying for it if desired to continue the coverage.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
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2min
July 05, 2024 SCD and other details you missed
We want to highlight the importance of distinguishing between different Service Computation Dates (SCDs) for retirement and leave purposes. While the SCD for retirement can be found on pay stubs, the SCD for leave is different and crucial to understand to avoid making poor decisions.
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2min
June 27, 2024 Put Your Raise Where
To adjust contributions in your TSP, access your employee portal and modify the settings either by a percentage of your salary or a specific dollar amount. Opting for a percentage allows for automatic adjustments with raises, suggesting a strategy of saving extra income for retirement.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
Want to ask a question for me to answer in a video? Ask at https://fedpilot.com/contact-us
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2min
May 25, 2024 What Gets Pulled Out When
In retirement, FHB premiums are taken out of your pension, but not all other deductions. Different parts of your pension have different rules.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
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2min
May 18, 2024 The Questions You Haven't Been Asking
We want to highlight the importance of asking questions about retirement benefits, such as net pension and social security amounts, maximizing income and minimizing expenses, and tips to increase benefits. Attending workshops can help individuals ask the right questions to maximize their retirement.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
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2min
May 16, 2024 Reevaluating Your FEGLI
Remember to take in consideration the diferences between FEGLI and private life insurance, emphasizing that the best choice depends on individual circumstances. There is the option to increase FEGLI after certain life events, but we also suggest evaluating the cost and value of private life insurance. We want to highlight the importance of regularly assessing one's insurance needs and adjusting policies accordingly.
Join us at a Fed Pilot workshop (webinar or in-person) and not only learn about your benefits, but how to prepare for retirement. The earlier in your career, the better.
Register: https://fedpilot.com
...more
2min

FAQs about Fed Pilot Podcast:

How many episodes does Fed Pilot Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 260 episodes available.