The Option of Retiring Abroad

Aug 29, 2025 | Episodes

Planning for a retirement outside the United States? In episode 145 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val discusses the pros and cons of retiring abroad, and the specific countries that could be beneficial and fit into your plans in retirement! Don’t miss this episode...

Securing Your Future: Guaranteed Lifetime Income for Federal Employees

Aug 15, 2025 | Episodes

Retirement shouldn’t be a question mark – it should be a plan. In episode 144 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val explains a recent situation he came across in helping a federal employee and goes on to explain how federal employees can create guaranteed...

Updated Retirement Process for Federal Employees

Aug 8, 2025 | Episodes

In episode 143, Val breaks down the key points of the updated retirement process for Federal Employees, including the OPM/Online retirement application process and various FEGLI options available during this process. Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure...

TSP Inheritance vs. Inherited IRA Rules for Non-Spouse Beneficiaries

Aug 1, 2025 | Episodes

In episode 142, Val dives deep into the complexities of inheriting retirement accounts, specifically comparing the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and Inherited IRAs when the beneficiary is not a spouse. If you’ve recently inherited a retirement account—or...

VERA Unpacked: The Pros and Cons for Federal Employees

Jul 25, 2025 | Episodes

In episode 141 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val dives into the Voluntary Early Retirement Authority—better known as VERA—and what it means for federal employees weighing their retirement options. You could be a seasoned civil servant considering early retirement or...