Charles Dzama

Federal Employees Retirement & Benefits Podcast by CD Financial

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The objective of this podcast is to educate and enlighten you about your federal benefits and to guide you in creating a well-formed retirement income plan.  Schedule your complimentary 15-minute phone call today! https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/dzamatalk-complimentary-15-min-phone-call

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Charles Dzama

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Are You Making These 3 TSP Mistakes? 01.04.2023

In this week's episode, we will be discussing: - How conservative should I be? - Which fund should I focus on when the stock market plummets? - What percentage should be going into my TSP? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the potential...

How Much Will Your FERS Monthly Pension Be? 27.03.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: - What if I'm under 62? - Is it possible to calculate what my pension will be right now? - How much will my high 3 affect my pension check? Click the subscribe button to stay up to date! Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 In...

When am I Eligible to Retire? 17.03.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: - How can I retire penalty-free? - How soon can I retire? - Does time in the military affect when I can retire? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references...

Are You Playing it too Safe with Your TSP? 12.03.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: - Which fund will grow my money the most - G, S, C? - What is the risk to reward ratio? - Will max funding help or hurt my TSP? Click the subscribe button to stay up to date! Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves...

Sick Leave - Use it or Lose it? 09.03.2023

- Will I lose my unused sick leave? - Sick leave vs. annual leave - which is better? - Is it possible to get 100% credit for my sick leave at retirement? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to pr...

What Day Should You Retire? 25.02.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: - Don't Miss Out on Optimizing Your Pension Checks! - Will Your Retirement Date Affect Your Tax Bracket? - Which Is Worth More, Your Pension Check or Annual Leave? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk,...

TSP Roth - Should You Do a Rollover? 18.02.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: - What Happens at Age 72? - Can You Keep Control Over Your Tax-Free Assets? - What Could It Mean for You and Your Loved Ones? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal....

TSP Safe Options 10.02.2023

In this week's episode we will be discussing: - G-Fund, Promises & Pitfalls - FIA, What Does This Mean? - Is It Possible to Create the Income You're Looking For? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal...

TSP - How Much Income Can It Produce? 04.02.2023

In this week's episode we will be discussing: - Income Is Like A House - What Do We Mean By That? - What Are The Pros & Cons to the G-Fund? - Why Is a Written Retirement Income Plan Essential? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the p...

TSP Loans - Good or Bad?? 27.01.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: -  Bad Debt - What Do We Mean By That? - Who Would You Rather Pay Interest To? - Why 5%? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to protection benefits...

Can I Retire with 500k in My TSP? 19.01.2023

This week's episode we will be discussing: - How Much Income Are You Going to Need in Retirement?  - What is a Reasonable Rate of Withdrawal?  - What Should I Do No Matter What the Balance Is In My TSP?  Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793 Investing involves risk, includin...

FERS SRS - Will You Get This Money? 13.01.2023

This week's episode we talk all about the FERS Special Retirement Supplement. Here is a preview of what we will be discussing: - What Many Feds Do Not Realize About SRS - The "Supplemental Bridge" Payment... Am I Eligible? - What Do The Calculations Look Like? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered...

Health Insurance for Retired Feds 29.12.2022

This week we will discuss common questions many Federal Employees have regarding their Health Insurance in Retirement: - Don't Make Any Mistakes, It Could Be For Life! - Is It True That I HAVE to Get Medicare Part B at Age 65? - What If I Have TRICARE, Can I Keep It In Retirement? - How Often Do I Pay For My FEHB in Retirement? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our...

How Long Will it Take to Receive Your FERS Pension Check? 21.12.2022

In this episode we focus on when you may receive your FERS Pension Check and some helpful tips so you can pay your bills. Below is a preview of what we'll be covering: - What Is the Average Time Frame You Can Possibly Expect? - Be Prepared! HOW? - Knowing is Half the Battle, What Do We Mean By That? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org...

TSP Max Funding 14.12.2022

How much can you put in your TSP? Are you taking full advantage of your savings potential? To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdfinancial.llc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CDFinancial_LLC LinkedIn: ht...

How Much in Taxes Will You Pay on Your TSP? 07.12.2022

This week we explore the following questions many federal employees have about taxes & their TSP: - Will Taxes Go Up or Down in the Future? - Can You Transfer Your Money Inside TSP to a Roth TSP? - Taxes - How Much Will They Really Take!? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793...

TSP Roth - Why? How? 03.12.2022

What are the advantages of a TSP Roth?  How do you utilize these?  Charles explains in this episode To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdfinancial.llc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CDFinancial_LLC Lin...

Should You Collect Social Security While Still Working? 11.11.2022

This week we will discuss Social Security and examine what you might lose: - Money Lost, Why!? - What Does My Social Security Maximization Plan Look Like? - Why Does Your Full Retirement Age Matter? - 50 Cents on Every Dollar, What Do We Mean By That? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic...

Federal Long Term Care 31.10.2022

Charles Dzama tells you what you need to know about Federal Long Term Care... the pros and cons. To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdfinancial.llc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CDFinancial_LLC Linked...

Allocating Your TSP 20.10.2022

If risk equals growth, can you maximize growth and still play it safe with your income? Charles explains in this episode. To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdfinancial.llc/ Twitter: https://twitter.c...

Navigating TSP During Market Downturn 23.09.2022

This week's episode addresses the do's and don'ts of what to do during a market downturn: - Running to the G-Fund, Is That My Best Option? - Moderation Is Key, Why? - Written Retirement Income Plan, How Does This Help Me? To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https...

Can You Withdraw Money from TSP While Still Working? 15.09.2022

Many federal employees ask this question while working. This week's episode we will answer the following questions, such as... - Should You Withdraw Money from Your TSP while working? - Why Would I Want to Withdraw from My TSP? - Would It Really Be the Best Way to Eliminate Debt? Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...

Should You Buy Back Your Military Time? 08.09.2022

This week we explore the following questions that often times get asked of me during our federal retirement training: - "Charles, Should I Buy Back My Military Time??" - How Does It Impact My Federal Pension? - Is There a Deadline? Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Our Site: https://cdfinancial.org/ CD Financial is a registered investment adviser. Lic #0G46793...

How are FERS Benefits Taxed? 25.08.2022

What percentage of your FERS benefits is taxed? What percentage is tax free? Charles Dzama explains in this episode. To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdfinancial.llc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CD...

How Does FERS Pension Impact Social Security and TSP? 18.08.2022

This week's episode we will be discussing: -  Three Legged Retirement, What Do You Need To Know? - How Can I Generate More Income? - Is Your Social Security Taxed? To schedule a phone consultation with our office, click the link below: https://calendly.com/charlesdzama/sm_15mintc  Check us out on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDFinancialLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram....

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