DiscoverPlan Your Federal Retirement Podcast#136 Maximizing Your Social Security: The Insider’s Guide
#136 Maximizing Your Social Security: The Insider’s Guide

#136 Maximizing Your Social Security: The Insider’s Guide

Update: 2025-09-08
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Social Security is one of the most misunderstood parts of retirement planning. For federal employees and their families, it’s not about whether to take it early or late; it’s about how to coordinate Social Security with your pension, TSP, survivor benefits, and taxes.

In this episode, Micah and advisor John share real-life client experiences and dive into:

  • The Pros and Cons of Claiming at 62 vs. Waiting Until 70

  • Survivor benefits and why early decisions matter.

  • How Social Security interacts with your overall retirement cash flow.

  • What pending legislation could mean for your FERS supplement.

  • Practical strategies to avoid common mistakes.

Listen now and get the clarity you need to make Social Security a strong part of your retirement plan.

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#136 Maximizing Your Social Security: The Insider’s Guide

#136 Maximizing Your Social Security: The Insider’s Guide

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