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Plan Your Federal Retirement Podcast

Jul 1, 2026

Can AI tell you when to claim Social Security? A chatbot may be able to explain age 62, full retirement age, delayed credits, or the earnings test. But it may not understand your FERS pension, your spouse’s future income, your TSP plan, your tax picture, or your survivor planning needs.

Have a retirement question...


Jun 22, 2026

In this episode, Micah Shilanski, Managing Partner and Wealth Advisor, and Floyd Shilanski, Managing Partner and Wealth Advisor, discuss what federal employees should focus on when evaluating their Social Security claiming strategy. They explain how Social Security fits into a broader retirement plan, why headlines...


Jun 10, 2026

These risks can affect your pension, TSP, Social Security benefits, and overall retirement strategy long after your retirement date arrives.

Understanding these risks may help you make more informed decisions as you prepare for the years ahead.

Schedule a conversation with a professional to walk through your options...


May 27, 2026

Federal employees and spouses often hear the phrase: “It’s an inheritance, so it’s tax-free.” But is that actually true?

In this FERS Federal Fact Check episode, Micah Shilanski, Managing Partner and Wealth Advisor, breaks down a common misunderstanding around inherited money, estate taxes, and taxable...


May 18, 2026

Are you accidentally putting your retirement at risk? In this week’s episode, Micah Shilanski, Managing Partner and Wealth Advisor, and Luke Eberly, Wealth Advisor, break down a common mistake we see: treating retirement accounts like an ATM without a clear plan. The result? Unexpected taxes, market timing risks,...