EPISODES
How to Create Tax-Free Income for Your Retirement
In this episode, Val is joined by Federal Benefit Counselor, Tim McCleskey Jr. Together, they discuss the importance of receiving a retirement analysis to help you avoid financial pitfalls in retirement. Plus, they share strategies to help you create tax-free income...
Cover Your Bases with a Comprehensive Retirement Benefits Plan
In this episode, Val offers guidance to help you make sure all your financial bases are covered as a federal employee. Current or former federal employees are entitled to a complimentary consultation now! Book yours at FederalRetirementShow.com Call our office today:...
A Retirement Guide for FERS Employees
In this episode, Val explores the process of a federal employee’s retirement and gives tips about social security and navigating the transition to retirement with confidence. Current or former federal employees are entitled to a complimentary consultation now. Book...
Understanding Asset-Based Long-Term Care
In this episode, Val is joined by Roy Snarr – Owner and Founder of Roy Snarr Solutions. Val and Roy discuss the importance of Long-Term Care Insurance and why creating a Long-Term Care plan is not something to overlook. Current or former federal employees are entitled...
Maximizing Your Benefits for Retirement
In this episode, Val helps federal employees feel more prepared for retirement, and explains why using certain retirement resources are critical to one’s retirement infrastructure. Current or former federal employees are entitled to a complimentary consultation now....
Retirement Tips for Federal Employees with Jeff Holland
Val is joined by guest Jeff Holland – a Benefits Advisor who works with Federal Employees across the country. Val and Jeff discuss the keys to federal employees having a successful retirement and how to utilize a survivor benefit option. Current or former federal...
Unlocking Your TSP’s Potential: Important Information You Should Know
On this episode of The Federal Retirement Show, Val shares his thoughts on the truths and fallacies of fixed-indexed annuities, as well as multi-year guaranteed annuities, to help you make the best financial decision about your federal benefits. If you have questions...
Planning for Retirement, No Matter What Stage of Life You’re In
Val explores the notion that it's truly never too late to begin preparing for retirement, regardless of your age or current financial situation! He also debunks common myths surrounding retirement. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us...
How Your Spouse and Children Affect Your Retirement Benefits
In this episode, Val explains how a federal employee’s retirement benefits can also work in the favor of one’s spouse and children. Plus, Val explains what you need to know about FEGLI and your health insurance upon retirement. If you have questions about your federal...
Are You Ready to Retire as a Federal Employee?
Val answers some critical questions that many federal employees have about retirement while mapping-out strategies to help them make the most of their available benefits. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us today! Visit Here to Request...
Is Social Security Running Out of Money?
On Episode 79 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val discusses whether or not Social Security is running out of money and how the future of social security affects the baby boomer generation and federal employees. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach...
Thrift Savings Plans: What You Need to Know About Your TSP
In this episode, Val goes in-depth on how you can use your TSP as the foundation for a successful retirement plan. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us today! Visit Here to Request a Complimentary Benefits Consultation To Call Us: (833)...
Federal Employee Retirement Explained: FERS & CSRS
In this episode, Val takes a deep dive into the complex world of federal retirement systems, shedding light on the differences between CSRS (Civil Service Retirement System), CSRS Offset and FERS (Federal Employees Retirement System). If you have questions about your...
Navigating FSPS and Making the Right Decisions for Your Retirement
On this episode, Val explains the definition of FSPS, and shares step-by-step guidance for using the FERS Pension Calculator! If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us today! Visit Here to Request a Complimentary Benefits Consultation To Call...
Navigating the Challenges of Re-employed Annuitants
On this episode, Val discusses the intriguing world of reemployed annuitants – seasoned professionals who have retired from their original careers only to now return to the workforce. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages for both retirees and employers,...
Complimentary Consultations for Federal Employee Retirement Planning
In this final episode of 2023, Val explains how he and the team at American Benefits Exchange can help you get the assistance you deserve when it comes to your federal benefits. Start the new year on the right foot – contact us today for a complimentary consultation...
An Investment in Knowledge Pays the Best Interest
When planning for retirement, often some important elements can slip through the cracks. Things like FEGLI or FEHB options, or even – how to read your paystubs properly! In this episode of the Federal Retirement Show, Val shares key details about financial matters you...
How to Secure Guaranteed Lifetime Income for Your Retirement
Val explains guaranteed lifetime income options, and how to choose a solution that’s right for you. A federal employee’s career moves at an accelerated pace, so it’s important to plan for retirement sooner rather than later. If you have questions about your federal...
Important TSP Updates for 2024: How Your Savings Could Be Affected
Val breaks down the changes, enhancements and key features that will shape the TSP landscape for the upcoming year. He then shares practical tips and strategies to make the most of your TSP and secure a fulfilling retirement for your family. If you have questions...
How to Get Out of Debt and Live Financially Free
In this episode, Val guides listeners into the world of financial wellness and provides actionable insights to help people break free from the shackles of debt. We stress the importance of budgeting, and what it means to have a healthy relationship with money. Val...
How to Create More Guaranteed Retirement Income
Val explains multiple ways that federal employees can create more secured income streams in retirement. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us today! Visit Here to Request a Complimentary Benefits Consultation To Call Us: (833) 777-7ABX
The Most Common Retirement Questions for Federal Employees
In this episode of The Federal Retirement Show, Val presents frequently asked questions part six, and provides answers to some of the most asked questions regarding retirement for federal employees. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us...
Helping Federal Employees on Their Retirement Journeys
Val outlines the journey of a government employee as they near retirement, and explains how his expertise can assist you on your road to retirement as a government employee. If you have questions about your federal benefits, reach out to us today! Visit Here to...
Understanding the Impact of a Government Shutdown on Federal Employees
Val discusses the potential impact on federal employees if the government were to shut down. He explores topics like furloughs, pay disruptions, health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and how the Furloughs and Fair Treatment Act of 2019 could benefit...
Real Life Examples and Personal Experiences of Federal Employees
Val goes in-depth with stories about government employees who have been asking specific questions regarding their retirement. Val explains a scenario regarding a client who is wondering if he can purchase back military time, and answers a Medicare question from the...
Avoid Overpaying for Benefits with These Important Tips
In this episode, Val is joined by the President and CEO of American Benefits Specialists – Eric Hughes. Val and Eric discuss the top two things Federal Employees need when it comes to retirement, plus two things employees can do better with their TSP accounts. Got...
Federal Employee Disability Retirement
In this episode, Val explores various facets of Federal Employee Disability Retirement, offering invaluable insights including eligibility criteria, the application process and financial considerations for the future. Got questions about your retirement benefits? Got...