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Retiring With a TSP Loan? A Simple Decision Framework to Avoid Costly Mistakes
Better Federal Retirement™ • Planning for affluent federal employees who want more freedom, clarity, and control. Retiring With ...
Why Your “Safe” Withdrawal Rate Depends on Taxes
Safe Withdrawal Rates & Taxes for Federal Retirees At Better Federal Retirement, we frequently work with federal retirees ...
2025 Delivered for Those Who Stayed in Their Seats
Markets rewarded discipline. Diversification mattered. Long-term investors were paid for patience. Key Takeaways: Stocks delivered strong returns—for the ...
Evidence-Based Investing
How do you define evidence-based investing? The simplest and most relatable way is through an example—one you may ...
What is a Fiduciary’s Duty?
Understanding the Three Fiduciary Duties: What They Mean for Federal Employees If you’re a federal employee preparing for ...
Why the Wealthy Need To Invest Differently
Have you outgrown the TSP? Consider a rollover if you have more than $400,000. For federal employees, the ...
The Reality Behind TSP Roll-Over Pitches Targeting Federal Employees
Many federal employees tell me the same story: as they approach retirement, their inbox fills with messages urging ...
Meet the UMA: A Thrift Upgrade for Federal Employees
For decades, the Thrift Savings Plan has been a workhorse for federal employees. It is low-cost and simple, ...
How Much Can You Spend In Retirement?
The most important question in retirement planning rarely gets asked first. Financial advisors everywhere love to ask: “So… ...
Understanding Capital Gains: When and How They Affect Your Taxes
Most of us don’t think much about taxes until it’s time to file — and then we suddenly ...
Common Investing Mistakes to Avoid in Your Retirement Income Planning
If you’re looking to retire within the next decade, it’s crucial to have a financial plan that’s built ...
Simplicity: The Ultimate Sophistication
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” – Leonardo da Vinci The Tale of the Wheeled Suitcase Picture travelers in ...
