Age 60 + Federal Pension + $1M Saved: The 5 Decisions Most People Get Wrong

Age 60 + Federal Pension + $1M Saved: The 5 Decisions Most People Get Wrong

June 16, 2026 · 7 min · Season 3 · Episode 19

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This episode discusses five critical decisions federal employees should make before retiring at age 60 with a FERS pension and significant savings.

Federal retirement planning at 60: if you're a year or two from retiring from federal service with a FERS pension, Social Security, and about $1M saved in your TSP, here are 5 decisions to make before you retire — so you stop asking "Am I okay?" and start building the retirement you actually want. This covers income order, TSP taxes and RMDs, Roth conversions, FEHB and Medicare timing, and IRMAA — gaps many federal employees miss before retiring. Apply for a Retirement Consultation: https:/...

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Host: Charles Dzama

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Organizations: FERS, TSP, FEHB, Medicare, IRMAA

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