Reviewing TSP L-Funds Properly

Reviewing TSP L-Funds Properly

Not all Lifecycle (L) Funds are created equal for every investor. In episode 184 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val explains how to properly review your TSP L-Fund, understand what it's invested in, and determine whether it still aligns with your retirement timeline, risk tolerance, and long-term goals. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- 🔊Listen to Previous Episodes: https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/ [https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 🔔Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange [http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange] --- 🤝 Connect with Val: 📞Phone --- (512) 582-6050 📧Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com [vmajewski@thinkabx.com] 🌐American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&q=http://thinkabx.com/] 🌐Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&q=https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 💼LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/] --- About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on providing solid financial solutions to Federal, postal, and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of experience and knowledge to support these niche markets. American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Is the G-Fund Losing You Money?

The G-Fund is often viewed as the safest option in the TSP, but could that safety be costing you long-term growth? In episode 183 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val first breaks down how the G-Fund works, its role in a retirement portfolio, and the hidden risks of being too conservative. Learn when the G-Fund makes sense—and when it could be holding your retirement goals back. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- 🔊Listen to Previous Episodes: https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/ [https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 🔔Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange [http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange] --- 🤝 Connect with Val: 📞Phone --- (512) 582-6050 📧Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com [vmajewski@thinkabx.com] 🌐American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&q=http://thinkabx.com/] 🌐Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&q=https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 💼LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/] --- About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on providing solid financial solutions to Federal, postal, and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of experience and knowledge to support these niche markets. American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Just Got Hired? – What You Need to Know

Congratulations on your new federal career—but have you started thinking about retirement yet? In episode 182 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val discusses why your first years as a federal employee can have a lasting impact on your financial future. From understanding the importance of retirement planning early to taking advantage of savings opportunities through your federal benefits, Val breaks down the key steps every new federal employee should consider. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- 🔊Listen to Previous Episodes: https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/ [https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 🔔Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange [http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange] --- 🤝 Connect with Val: 📞Phone --- (512) 582-6050 📧Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com [vmajewski@thinkabx.com] 🌐American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&q=http://thinkabx.com/] 🌐Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&q=https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 💼LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/] --- About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on providing solid financial solutions to Federal, postal, and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of experience and knowledge to support these niche markets. American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Recently Asked Questions – Three Questions That Could Help Bolster Your Retirement Portfolio

On episode 181 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val explains the details around three questions that were recently asked to him by federal employees! Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- 🔊Listen to Previous Episodes: https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/ [https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 🔔Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange [http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange] --- 🤝 Connect with Val: 📞Phone --- (512) 582-6050 📧Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com [vmajewski@thinkabx.com] 🌐American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&q=http://thinkabx.com/] 🌐Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&q=https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 💼LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/] --- About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on providing solid financial solutions to Federal, postal, and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of experience and knowledge to support these niche markets. American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Long-Term Care Preparation – Are You Ready?!

Long-term care is one of the most important—and often overlooked—pieces of a successful retirement plan. In episode 180 of the Federal Retirement Show, Val explores why planning for long-term care matters, the potential financial impact of needing care later in life, and the options available to help protect your retirement savings. Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with Val and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- 🔊Listen to Previous Episodes: https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/ [https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 🔔Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange [http://www.youtube.com/@americanbenefitsexchange] --- 🤝 Connect with Val: 📞Phone --- (512) 582-6050 📧Email --- vmajewski@thinkabx.com [vmajewski@thinkabx.com] 🌐American Benefits Exchange --- thinkabx.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblMxYnAyU1ZubDVqRzg3WlFnUTlwc1RRRG45QXxBQ3Jtc0treEdrTzhkM1BMNmcxZjlXcW12ME1tZW5tTm4zYUxKajI2NTkwNHltT2pOd21xWXBDbUxJQnYxT252ZkRBcXU1MEE4allvdTQwNk44dkxrYmZZVW5XN2x4SzFqRjc4UWNPYkRwaFVwazRxQ1NhVHBsNA&q=http://thinkabx.com/] 🌐Federal Retirement Show --- federalretirementshow.com/podcasts [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWp0VXdRcDhYeFJ1YnFabmt3bTd2ZVR3RXA2d3xBQ3Jtc0trU29OeXZ2bU5sQzRkdmh4MlUtSEt3NnVjZ3VFSE1uR1VHTDNWNjl4cGV5V3J0T21hUkU0ODdhT1NrdERNOWVScXptN2FoQ1J6Z2Q5MDRwb0psRm8wejQwMWh5NjE0WGgyVjc5dFFVRUpUU2hDX2tGOA&q=https://federalretirementshow.com/podcasts/] 💼LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-benefits-exchange/] --- About American Benefits Exchange: American Benefits Exchange focuses on providing solid financial solutions to Federal, postal, and state employees as well as members of the United States Armed Forces and small businesses. American Benefits Exchange brings years of experience and knowledge to support these niche markets. American Benefits Exchange, along with its provider companies, truly understands the needs of civil service employees. A portfolio of products is available to address important financial issues such as planning for retirement, FEGLI Option B replacement, Thrift Savings Plan Rollovers, and Pension Maximization.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.