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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February 20, 2026 00:03:49
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New VERA & RIF Offers Coming in 2026—Are You Eligible?

Are new early retirement opportunities heading your way in 2026? In this essential episode, Rayna Reyes breaks down the latest VERA (Voluntary Early Retirement...

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February 18, 2026 00:02:02
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Podcast Extra: How to Build a Recession-Ready Budget

Recession talk is back for 2026—it may not be in every headline, but the odds aren’t at zero percent. You need to be prepared...

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February 14, 2026 00:11:36
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Understanding TSP Rollovers, Roth Conversions, and the Three-Legged Stool of Federal Retirement

Rayna Reyes breaks down complex federal retirement concepts using simple, real-world analogies designed to make even confusing financial topics easy to understand. In this...

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February 10, 2026 00:11:13
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Inside the Federal Retirement Portal: What to Expect Before You Retire

Preparing for federal retirement involves more than picking a date—it requires understanding the process, the paperwork, and the decisions that come before you officially...

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February 06, 2026 00:10:14
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In-Plan Roth Conversions Are Here: What TSP Participants Need to Know

A major update to the Thrift Savings Plan is now in effect, and it could have meaningful tax implications for federal employees and retirees. ...

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February 03, 2026 00:08:11
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Podcast Extra: Emergency Savings Strategies—Building a Safety Net Without Feeling Overwhelmed

Retirement.Radio's Matt McClure sits down with Rod Griffin, Senior Director of Consumer Education and Advocacy at Experian, for a practical and timely conversation about...

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