FERS Retirement Planner St. Petersburg

Federal Employee Retirement Planning for St. Petersburg, Florida — available via phone and Zoom.

FERS Retirement Planner in St. Petersburg, Florida

Retirement planning for federal employees in St. Petersburg, Florida is not the same as planning for private-sector workers. FERS benefits — including the Basic Benefit Plan pension, the Thrift Savings Plan, and Social Security — require coordinated, specialized planning. The Spivak Financial Group is a nationally recognized FERS advisor serving the St. Petersburg area via phone and Zoom.

Federal employees in the St. Petersburg area who work with The Spivak Financial Group receive a comprehensive FERS retirement plan that coordinates all three legs of the FERS stool: your Basic Benefit Plan pension, your Thrift Savings Plan, and Social Security. We also help St. Petersburg area federal employees navigate FEHB, FEGLI, and survivor benefit decisions that can have a lasting impact on your family's financial security.

A fundamental aspect of our role as a Federal Employees Retirement System Planner is to provide impartial education to those Federal Employees approaching retirement and those already retired in St. Petersburg and throughout Florida. Here at The Spivak Financial Group, we are truly independent Financial Advisors. Our team has 50+ years of combined financial planning experience. We advise Federal Employees in St. Petersburg and utilize virtual meetings to make it very easy to get the information and help you need.

FERS Planning Services for St. Petersburg Federal Employees

FERS Pension Calculation & Analysis

TSP Optimization & Withdrawal Planning

Social Security Claiming Strategy

FEHB Coverage in Retirement

FEGLI Life Insurance Review

FERS Supplement Planning

Survivor Benefit Election

Tax-Efficient Retirement Income

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FERS Retirement Questions from St. Petersburg Federal Employees

What should I do 5 years before retiring from my St. Petersburg federal job?

Five years before retirement is a critical planning window for St. Petersburg area FERS employees. Key steps include: verifying your service history and correcting any errors; maximizing your TSP contributions (including catch-up contributions if you're 50+); reviewing your FEHB plan options; getting a Social Security earnings statement; and meeting with a FERS retirement planner in St. Petersburg to develop a comprehensive retirement income strategy. The earlier you start planning, the more options you'll have.

Does The Spivak Financial Group charge for FERS retirement consultations in St. Petersburg?

Your initial FERS retirement consultation with The Spivak Financial Group is completely free and carries no obligation. We serve St. Petersburg area federal employees throughout Florida via phone and Zoom. During your free consultation, we'll review your FERS benefits, answer your questions, and outline a personalized retirement planning strategy. Call 888-966-3055 or book online to schedule your free consultation today.

How do I maximize my TSP before retiring from St. Petersburg?

To maximize your TSP before retiring from your St. Petersburg federal position: contribute at least 5% to capture the full agency match; consider increasing contributions to the annual IRS limit ($23,500 in 2025, plus $7,500 catch-up if you're 50+); review your investment allocation and rebalance as needed; and consider whether traditional or Roth TSP contributions are more advantageous for your tax situation. A FERS retirement planner in St. Petersburg can provide personalized TSP optimization guidance.

Can I work part-time after retiring from my St. Petersburg federal position under FERS?

Yes, but there are important rules to be aware of. If you receive the FERS Supplement (paid to retirees under age 62), your supplement will be reduced if your earned income exceeds the annual exempt amount. Additionally, if you return to federal employment, your annuity may be affected. A FERS advisor in St. Petersburg can help you understand the rules and plan your post-retirement work activities to minimize any impact on your benefits.

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