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When a Federal Employee Dies: Benefits, Forms and First Steps
Losing someone you love is difficult enough without having to navigate unfamiliar forms, agencies and financial decisions at the same time. In this episode,...
Deferred or Postponed? What Happens When You Leave Federal Service Early
You may be ready to leave your federal or postal career—but that does not necessarily mean you are ready to begin receiving your pension....
Podcast Extra: Back-to-School Finances: Saving Money and Teaching Smarter Habits
Back-to-school season can put added pressure on the family budget—but a little planning can help keep those costs under control. Retirement.Radio’s Matt McClure talks...
Retire to Something: How to Build a Life Beyond Your Federal Career
A successful retirement requires more than calculating your pension, Social Security and TSP income. You also need a plan for how you will spend...
Should You Roll Over Your TSP? It Depends on What You Need
Should you leave your retirement savings in the TSP—or roll some of it into an IRA or another retirement vehicle? The answer isn't the...
Use It or Lose Value? The Truth About Sick Leave Before Retirement
Federal employees are often encouraged to save as much sick leave as possible—but is holding onto a huge balance until retirement really the best...