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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
FAQs about Fed Pilot Podcast:How many episodes does Fed Pilot Podcast have?The podcast currently has 293 episodes available.
August 22, 2023The SRS & The Earnings TestIn this transcript, Kevin addresses a question about the impact of working while receiving Social Security benefits. He explain that if someone retires at 62 and starts drawing Social Security, they may still work, but there is an earnings test that can result in a penalty....more3minPlay
August 17, 2023How Divorce Affects RetirementKevin discusses the impact of divorce on federal benefits such as the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and pension. He clarifies that while divorce can often affect these benefits, it is not always the case....more2minPlay
August 16, 2023You're Asking the Wrong FEGLI QuestionIn this transcript, Kevin discusses a question posed in one of their workshops regarding life insurance. The person asking the question is 62 years old with considerable savings and no spouse to leave money to after their passing....more2minPlay
August 10, 2023TSP: Just Because You Can Doesn't Mean You ShouldIn this transcript, Kevin addresses a question about whether it is better to put money into an IRA Roth or a TSP Roth for someone who is retiring in one year....more2minPlay
August 08, 2023Roth IRA or Roth TSP? Which is better?In this transcript, Kevin addresses a question about whether it is better to put money into an IRA Roth or a TSP Roth for someone who is retiring in one year....more3minPlay
July 05, 2023Cancer & FEGLIKevin discusses the availability of life insurance through FEGLI for individuals with cancer. He explains that while FEGLI may become expensive over time, it remains an option for those who already have it, even if they develop cancer....more4minPlay
June 30, 2023Can you take Medicare Part B at Anytime?Kevin addresses a question about Medicare Part B and emphasizes the importance of proper planning. He explain that individuals cannot obtain Medicare Part B before the age of 65. Once they reach 65, they have the flexibility to decide when to enroll, even beyond the age of 100....more2minPlay
June 29, 2023Retirement - Can you add to your TSP?Kevin addresses a common misconception about adding money to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) after retirement. He explain that once retired, individuals cannot contribute additional funds to their TSP, even if they have inherited money or wish to continue saving....more3minPlay
June 27, 2023Survivor Benefits for Spouse By DefaultKevin discusses the survivor benefit program for federal employees. It is automatic for married employees, but their spouse can elect to receive a lesser or no amount of benefits by signing a form and having it notarized....more2minPlay
June 23, 2023Not a Full Retirement?Kevin addresses the issue of exceptions in retirement planning. He discuss a specific scenario where an individual is 62 years old with only 15 years of service, but wishes to retire....more4minPlay
FAQs about Fed Pilot Podcast:How many episodes does Fed Pilot Podcast have?The podcast currently has 293 episodes available.