Plan Your Federal Retirement

We often hear this question:
“If I contribute more to a retirement plan, will it reduce the FERS supplement penalty?”

Short answer: not necessarily.

The rules are based on earned income definitions tied to Social Security, not just tax strategies.
That’s why it’s important to understand:
• What income counts
• What doesn’t
• How timing and work decisions play a role

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You could be giving the exact same amount to charity…
…and still paying more in taxes than necessary.

Why?
Because the way you give makes a difference.

In this episode, we walk through:
- The difference between standard vs. itemized deductions
- Why many retirees don’t get the tax benefit they expect
- Strategies that may improve tax efficiency over time

No shortcuts. No one-size-fits-all answers.

Just practical insights to help you plan smarter.
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If you already have FEHB, it’s easy to assume you don’t need anything else.

But once you qualify for Medicare, the way your coverage works can change. If you delay signing up for Part B, you could face a permanent penalty.

In this Federal Fact Check, Micah breaks down:
✔ The 7-month Medicare enrollment window
✔ How FEHB coordinates with Medicare
✔ The 10% per year late enrollment penalty
✔ What IRMAA means for higher-income retirees
✔ Why Part D is different from Part B

If you’re turning 65 soon, this is worth spending 10 minutes on.

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Federal retirement planning isn’t just about FERS, TSP, and Social Security.

Taxes play a big role, especially once you retire.

In this episode, Micah and Luke discuss:
✔ Charitable giving strategies to be aware of
✔ Recent and upcoming tax rule changes
✔ Why planning ahead (not just filing taxes) matters

If you’re thinking about retirement in the next few years, this is a conversation worth hearing.

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When you're working: 📈 You’re buying every paycheck.
When you're retired: 📉 You’re withdrawing.
That shift changes everything.

In this episode, Micah and Luke discuss how to:
• Structure a 5-year safety bucket
• Avoid panic selling
• Use downturns strategically
• Build written investment rules

Don’t guess. Plan.

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Some people think, “I’m going to die anyway, so I might as well take Social Security early.”

Others believe, “I’ll wait until 70 no matter what.”

But the right answer is rarely that simple.

In this episode, Micah discusses how Social Security survivor benefits work if you pass away before claiming, and why delaying benefits may increase income protection for your spouse.
He also explains how these decisions interact with taxes and your overall retirement income strategy.

If you haven’t looked at your Social Security plan as part of your whole retirement strategy, this episode could give you some important things to think about.

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