What would your life look like if you actually used the money you spent years saving? In this episode, Tommy and John break down the idea of "flexing your money muscles" and why those muscles can mean tightening your spending or giving yourself permission to enjoy more. You'll learn how habits, confidence, and values shape our decisions, and why many people struggle to spend even when they can afford to.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Mason & Associates: LinkedIn
• Tommy Blackburn: LinkedIn
• John Mason: LinkedIn

What really happens after someone passes away—and why are so many families blindsided even when they think everything was "set up correctly"? In this episode, John and Tommy pull back the curtain on the messy, emotional, and often confusing reality of settling an estate. You'll learn why wills and trusts don't operate the way most people assume, as well as the true challenges in modern estate planning.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Federal Employee Financial Planning: Intro to Estate Planning (EP23)
• FEFP: Estate Planning Across State Lines for Federal Employees (EP76)
• FEFP: One Big Beautiful Bill Part 2 (EP100)
• FEFP: One Big Beautiful Bill Part 1 (EP99)
• HIPAA
• SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
• Mason & Associates: LinkedIn
• Tommy Blackburn: LinkedIn
• John Mason: LinkedIn

Are you making the most of your federal health benefits this open season? Whether you're an active federal employee or retired, this time of year can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options can save you thousands and help you plan smarter for the future. You'll learn how to evaluate your current plan, balance premiums and out-of-pocket costs, and make confident, informed decisions before open season ends.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Medicare Masterclass on Enrollment, Costs, and the Inflation Reduction Act with Bryan Gay
• 10 Things Federal Employees Can Do Outside Of An Open Season
• Mason & Associates: LinkedIn
• Tommy Blackburn: LinkedIn
• John Mason: LinkedIn
• Ben Raikes: Website