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Haws Federal Advisors Podcast

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How to Buy Back Military Time (And When It's Actually a Bad Idea)

May 13, 20268 min

What to Do When Your TSP Loses Money (And What NEVER to Do)

May 11, 20266 min

How One Fed Saved $184,642 in TSP Taxes

Apr 29, 20268 min

New RIF Rules for 2026: How Performance Trumps Seniority

Apr 28, 20262 min

The 2026 VERA/VSIP Guide: Should You Take the Buyout?

Apr 20, 20265 min

Should You Retire at the End of the Year or the Beginning?

Apr 16, 20268 min

The TSP L Fund Trap: Why Target-Date Funds May Be Costing You

Apr 15, 20267 min

Understanding Your FERS Annuity Supplement

Apr 13, 202610 min

FEHB vs. Medicare: Which Should Be Your Primary Insurance in Retirement?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 30, 20268 min

How Much Will I Actually Pay in Taxes in Retirement?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 27, 202611 min

The Right Way to Use the G Fund in Retirement

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 27, 20266 min

How to Retire Early as a Federal Employee (Without Losing Everything)

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 23, 202613 min

The Retirement Conversation Every Couple Needs to Have

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 23, 20267 min

The Effect of Part-Time FERS Service on Your Pension

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 9, 20265 min

How to Protect Your Retirement From Unexpected Medical Costs

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 6, 20267 min

Mistakes Retirees Make When Rolling Over TSP to IRAs

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 5, 20265 min

The Best Roth Conversion Strategy for Federal Employees

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Mar 2, 20269 min

The Retirement Strategy That Protects Your TSP in a Recession

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 26, 20268 min

The Best Way to Take TSP Withdrawals (And What to Avoid)

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 25, 20265 min

The Truth About Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) for Federal Employees

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 23, 20267 min

How to Protect Your Federal Retirement From Inflation

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 19, 20265 min

Why the I Fund is Crushing the C Fund in 2026 (And Should You Switch?)

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 18, 20265 min

Are You Over-Saving and Under-Living?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 16, 20265 min

Is Leaving a Survivor Benefit on my FERS Pension worth it?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 13, 20266 min

Can I Double My TSP in the Next 7 Years?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 9, 20264 min

How to Use Federal Life Insurance (FEGLI) Without Getting Ripped Off

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 6, 20267 min

How Long Will it Take OPM to Process My Application and Pay Me My Pension?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 5, 20265 min

Should You Elect Survivor Benefits on Your FERS Pension?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book   Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Feb 4, 20265 min

Retirement checklist

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 30, 202614 min

Medicare & FEHB: The Coordination Rules No One Explains

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 21, 20267 min

Is a 900k TSP Enough to Retire?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice

Jan 19, 20267 min

How to Save Yourself and Your Kids as Much Taxes as Possible

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 16, 20269 min

The 5-Year Rule: The Key to Keeping Your FEHB Into Retirement

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 14, 20264 min

The "Hidden" Social Security Check for Federal Spouses

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 9, 20264 min

Trading Health for Wealth: When to Stop Saving

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 7, 20264 min

Working After Federal Retirement? What You Need to Know!

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 5, 20268 min

Don’t Fall For the Roth Trap

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Jan 2, 20265 min

What Parts of My Federal Retirement Income Will Be Taxed?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 29, 20253 min

BIG 2026 Federal Retirement Updates: What Every Employee Needs to Know

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 26, 20253 min

How Should I Invest My TSP As I transition Into Retirement?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 24, 20255 min

Why Your FEGLI Premiums Could Skyrocket and How to Stop It

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 22, 20255 min

Are You Eligible For the FERS Retirement That You Really Want?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 19, 20257 min

The Secret to Making Your TSP Work in a Down Market

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 17, 20255 min

How Federal Employees Can Legally Reduce Taxes in Retirement

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 15, 20255 min

Military Buybacks and Your FERS Pension: Are They Worth It?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 12, 20256 min

The Retirement Date That Could Cost You Thousands

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 10, 20252 min

I'm Retiring Soon, Do I Have Enough In My TSP?

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 8, 20254 min

4 Signs You Should Retire NOW!

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 5, 20255 min

Don't Make This TSP Mistake in Retirement!

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 4, 20251 min

OPM's Application Backlog Skyrockets

Free Copy of My Book: Building Wealth In the TSP: Your Road Map To Financial Freedom as A Federal Employee: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/free-tsp-e-book    Want to schedule a consultation? Click here: https://app.hawsfederaladvisors.com/whatservicemakessense   I am a practicing financial planner, but I'm not your financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisors for personalized advice.

Dec 3, 20251 min