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Retire With Confidence

Know what to expect, what to prepare, and what to avoid

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Retire With Confidence

Know what to expect, what to prepare, and what to avoid

If you have ever had a question about how your benefits work, 
chances are we have the answers.

Our Federal Employee Specialists will take you on a deep dive through these benefits. 

EVENT AGENDA

01

Perception
vs. Reality

02

FERS Annuity Benefit & Survivor Benefits

03

Social
Security

04

Thrift Savings Plan

05

Federal
Taxes

06

Long-Term
Care Insurance

07

Life
Insurance

08

Health Insurance 

09

Medicare

10

Estate
Planning

What Will You Learn

It is hard to believe that planning your retirement can be so complex! Planning your career took less strategy than knowing how and when to retire.

Even something as simple as choosing the right retirement date can be daunting.

Is it December, June, the 1st of the month the 30th of the month? There are so many decisions to be made when planning to retire from Federal Service.

We want you to make the most informed decisions possible so that when you retire, you have all the information you need. That is why we are hosting a one-day, live, and in-person training program for Federal Employees and their spouses.
  • ​Assess your retirement income needs and how your FERS Annuity will provide for you
  • ​How and when to take social security - what do you gain or give up in choosing the date to draw?
  • ​​What happens with your Healthcare when you are Medicare eligible
  • ​​How the TSP works as you approach retirement and IN retirement
  • ​​Use federal tax laws to your advantage
  • ​​Make wise use of your employer - provided benefits
  • ​Protect yourself and your family from economic catastrophes
  • ​How to leave your survivors with benefits.
Federal Employees of all agencies are welcome to attend.
 
FEDs are encouraged to register their spouse
or significant other to attend.

Why Join Us?

There’s no shortage of information about federal retirement; you can find articles, videos, and opinions everywhere.  

The real challenge isn’t getting more information.
It’s knowing what applies to you.

That’s why this in-person training is different.

We’ve spent decades working with Federal employees across every agency, helping them understand how their benefits actually work together and where small mistakes can lead to bigger consequences down the road.

This is your opportunity to learn directly from experienced professionals who speak your language, understand your system, and take the time to demonstrate how everything fits together.

You’ll walk away with:

 - A clearer picture of how your benefits apply to your career
 - Answers to the questions you’ve been asking and some you may not have thought of yet
 - A chance to connect with credentialed planners who understand federal retirement inside and out

This isn’t a webinar or a recorded course.
It’s a live, in-person session with real conversations, real questions, and real guidance.

To make sure every attendee gets time and attention, we’re limiting this session to 60 participants.

If you’re looking for clarity and confidence heading into retirement, this is the room you want to be in.

Each client's results will differ and these testimonials may not be indicative of most clients' experiences.
These testimonials are given by people who are not current clients or investors.
No cash or non-cash compensation was provided for the testimonials. 

During This Class We Will Answer Some Of The Most Asked Questions:

As retirement gets closer, so do the questions, and many of them don’t have easy answers.

In this session, we’ll walk through some of the most important (and most frequently overlooked) questions federal employees bring to us, including:

  • ​Am I financially ready to retire or am I missing something important? We'll help you understand how your FERS annuity, Social Security, and TSP can work together, and what to double-check now before you're out of time to change course.
  • Is my spouse or partner truly prepared for what retirement means, financially and logistically? We’ll talk through benefits that affect both of you, and how to make sure your survivor options align with your goals.
  • ​Have we really decided where we want to live and what that will mean for our budget and lifestyle? Your benefits might go further (or not as far) depending on where you go. We'll show you what to look at beyond the usual cost-of-living estimates.
  • Will our retirement income actually meet our needs , month after month, year after year? Retirement isn’t just about hitting a number; it’s about managing income, taxes, and withdrawals in a way that works for your real life.
  • ​​Can we keep up with inflation and protect our purchasing power over the long haul? We’ll explain how COLA works for Federal retirees and what it does (and doesn’t) protect against, plus options to consider if inflation hits harder.
  • ​​​Are we thinking through risks that could impact our security, like healthcare, long-term care, or tax changes? We'll help you assess the areas that could throw off even a solid plan, and what you can do now to reduce your exposure.
  • ​​Have we put the right protections in place for our family, in case something happens to one of us? From survivor benefits to estate planning, we’ll show you how to start asking the right questions, and where to get the answers you need. 
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Your Federal Employee Benefit Specialists

Our Federal Employee Specialists Spend Hundreds of Hours Every Year Learning about YOUR Benefits.

They meet with Federal Employees, HR Departments and OPM to get tough, complex questions 
answered so that Feds can learn about critical information regarding their benefits. 

Christian Sakamoto, CFP®

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Shilanski & Associates,
Plan Your Federal Retirement. 

With over five years of experience at a large insurance company, he joined Shilanski & Associates, Inc. in 2020, aiming to elevate his financial planning practice and provide clients with unbiased and comprehensive services.

John Raleigh, CFP®

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Shilanski & Associates,
Plan Your Federal Retirement. 

With decades of experience, John brings steady insight and practical strategies to every planning relationship. He focuses on truly listening to clients, understanding their goals, and providing clear, thoughtful guidance to help them pursue the retirement they envision.

Luke Eberly, CFP®

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Shilanski & Associates,
Plan Your Federal Retirement. 

For the past seven years, he has dedicated his career to guiding individuals toward a more confident future. Luke adds value to clients by helping them clarify the goals and values that shape their financial decisions, then building plans that bring those goals within reach.

Micah Shilanski, CFP®

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Shilanski & Associates,
Plan Your Federal Retirement. 

Micah can be seen across the country and mentioned in Congressional Meetings about how to help Federal Employees learn about their Benefits.

Floyd L. Shilanski, RFC®

Founder of Shilanski & Associates Inc.,

Floyd has been a trusted resource and advocate for Federal Employees since the 1980s. He has helped Federal Employees understand how to optimize their benefits and make critical decisions about Social Security benefits throughout his career.

Floyd L. Shilanski, RFC®

Founder of Shilanski & Associates Inc.,

Floyd has been a trusted resource and advocate for Federal Employees since the 1980s. He has helped Federal Employees understand how to optimize their benefits and make critical decisions about Social Security benefits throughout his career.

Micah Shilanski, CFP®

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Shilanski & Associates,
Plan-Your-Federal-Retirement. 

Micah can be seen across the country and mentioned in Congressional Meetings about how to help Federal Employees learn about their Benefits.

Christian Sakamoto, CFP®

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Shilanski & Associates,
Plan-Your-Federal-Retirement. 

With over five years of experience at a large insurance company, he joined Shilanski & Associates, Inc. in 2020, aiming to elevate his financial planning practice and provide clients with unbiased and comprehensive services.

Ready to Feel Confident About
Your Retirement?

Join us in Anchorage on March 25th for a focused, one-day session designed to help Federal employees prepare with clarity, not guesswork.
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