For some new retirees, the paperwork may be done, but the money still hasn’t arrived
For some new retirees, the paperwork may be done, but the money still hasn’t arrived  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Tue May 05 2026
Description: Thousands of federal employees retired at the end of the last fiscal year expecting a smooth transition, only to find themselves waiting months for their first retirement payment. That delay can turn careful planning into real stress, especially when questions about savings, TSP withdrawals and Medicare decisions all come at once. Federal retirement expert Tammy Flanagan is here with wise advice on how retirees can steady themselves when the timeline doesn't go as planned.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.