Rayna Retirement

Rayna Retirement is the go-to podcast for federal employees – or anyone – looking to make smarter financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Hosted by Rayna Reyes, co-founder of American Federal Benefits Consultants, this show ...more

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April 29, 2026 00:06:37
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Why We Don’t Charge for Retirement Meetings

Rayna Reyes is joined by a special guest—retired Navy veteran Rhonda—for a Many federal employees wonder how retirement planning meetings can be offered at...

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April 27, 2026 00:04:46
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Review What You Already Own Before You Retire

Many federal employees have already taken steps toward retirement planning—but are those old plans still serving you today? In this episode of Rayna Retirement,...

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April 24, 2026 00:09:23
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The Truth About State Taxes on Your Pension

Taxes don’t stop in retirement—but where you live can make a major difference. In this episode of Rayna Retirement, Rayna Reyes breaks down how...

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April 22, 2026 00:14:22
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Military Retirement Mistakes to Avoid (From Someone Who’s Been There)

Rayna Reyes is joined by a special guest—retired Navy veteran Rhonda—for a powerful conversation about preparing for life after military service. Drawing from real-world...

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April 20, 2026 00:12:24
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Can You Have VA Benefits and Medicare? (Yes—Here’s How)

Rayna Reyes tackles a common—and often confusing—question: can you have both VA benefits and Medicare at the same time? The short answer is yes,...

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April 17, 2026 00:08:58
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How to Buy Back Your Military Time (Without the Confusion)

Rayna Reyes breaks down the first—and most important—step in the military buyback process for federal employees. For those who have served in the military,...

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