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...

Assisting in your Service Separation

Jul 18, 2025 | Episodes

On episode 140 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val dives into one of the most critical transitions in a federal employee’s career: service separation. Whether you’re retiring, transferring, or stepping away from federal service altogether, the process can...

Top 10 Mistakes Made by Federal Employees

Jul 11, 2025 | Episodes

On episode 139 Val explains the top 10 mistakes made by Federal Employees when planning for retirement. Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to secure your financial future as a federal employee. Make sure to subscribe to The Federal Retirement Show for more...

Frequently Asked Questions for Federal Employees

Jul 3, 2025 | Episodes

On episode 138 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val answers sought out questions asked frequently by federal employees including, submitting early retirement paperwork, buying back military time after 12 years, FEGLI Option B alternatives, and a lump sum option for...

Retirement Tax Planning for Federal Employees

Jun 27, 2025 | Episodes

On episode 137 of The Federal Retirement Show, Val takes a deeper look into the world of retirement tax planning—because keeping more of your money matters just as much as saving it. He discussed what will be taxed and whether your FERS contributions, TSP Roth, and...