Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio and serving federal employees throughout multiple states, Shawn Swanson provides retirement planning preparedness and financial consulting with a specialty in serving the retirement preparedness and financial needs of employees of the United States Federal Government and their families.
Shawn provides assistance with a variety of financial planning concerns including issues related to Thrift Savings Plan, FEGLI, FERS, CSRS benefits and overall retirement preparedness. Shawn’s unique combination of education and experience provides federal employees with access to a financial consultant with specific training, experience and resources that can be tailored to individual financial situations.
Newsletters
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Strategies for Taking RMDs
This article provides an overview of rules, options, and strategies for taking required minimum distributions (RMDs).
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Keeping Cool in Volatile Markets
Overreacting to market movements or trying to “time the market” by guessing its future direction can create additional risk that could negatively affect long-term portfolio performance.
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New Auto Loan Interest Deduction Explained
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) provides an annual deduction of up to $10,000 for interest paid on qualifying new auto loans, effective for tax years 2025 through 2028.
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Balancing Life in the Sandwich Generation
The day-to-day demands of supporting multiple generations can take a toll, but planning and support might help achieve a workable balance.
Calculators
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Cash Flow Analysis
This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.