Latest Episodes
The “Big, Beautiful Bill” Explained: How New Tax Rules Impact Social Security After 65
In this fast-paced and fun episode of Rayna Retirement, Rayna dives into the wonderfully overwhelming world of federal retirement acronyms—the alphabet soup every federal...
Slippin’ Through My Fingers: Saying Goodbye to Paper Retirement Applications
If you’re a federal or postal employee preparing for retirement, a major shift has officially arrived — and for many, it feels bittersweet. On...
Decoding Your Federal Retirement Alphabet Soup
In this fast-paced and fun episode of Rayna Retirement, Rayna dives into the wonderfully overwhelming world of federal retirement acronyms—the alphabet soup every federal...
Goodbye Paper: What Postal Employees Must Know About the New Online Retirement System
Starting January 1, 2026, USPS employees can no longer submit paper retirement applications—everything must go through the online ORA system. In this episode, Rayna...
The Hidden Power of FEGLI Basic: The Benefit You Should Never Drop
This time around, Rayna breaks down one of the most misunderstood benefits in the entire federal system: FEGLI Basic Life Insurance. From how your...
Legacy Planning 101: Protecting Your Family From Taxes & Surprises
In this episode of Rayna Retirement, Rayna digs into one of the most important — yet most avoided — parts of retirement planning: legacy...