Federal Benefits: What’s a Yes—and What’s a No?

September 15, 2026 • 00:22:35
Federal Benefits: What’s a Yes—and What’s a No?
Rayna Retirement
Federal Benefits: What’s a Yes—and What’s a No?

Sep 15 2026 | 00:22:35

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Show Notes

Should you use accumulated sick leave before retiring? Contribute a percentage or a fixed dollar amount to the TSP? Keep family coverage after your children are no longer eligible? In this episode, Rayna Reyes plays a federal-benefits game of “yes or no” to help federal and postal employees identify some of the decisions they may need to revisit.

Rayna covers sick leave, TSP contributions and fund choices, health and life insurance, dental coverage and the importance of involving your spouse in retirement planning. These choices can affect your paycheck, retirement income, survivor benefits and insurance coverage—so understanding what you have today is an important step toward planning for tomorrow.

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Contact Rayna directly at 850-450-6500
Or call the American Federal Benefits Consultants team at 1-800-872-8857
Visit: AmericanFederal.org

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RaynaRetirement

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 simplifies the complexities of retirement, benefits, and financial planning.

Whether you're navigating your FERS or CSRS pension, maximizing your TSP, or seeking expert advice on 401(k)s or IRAs, Rayna is here to guide you every step of the way. Tune in for practical knowledge, ethical solutions, and expert insights as you prepare for a secure and fulfilling retirement.

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