What if the biggest risk facing federal employees in retirement isn’t the market but the lack of clear guidance long before retirement ever arrives?
In this episode of the Make Life Less Taxing Podcast, Daniel Hanzelka sits down with Brian Jason Ross, creator of the TSP Wealth Accelerator and former federal employee who served inside the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Office of Financial Education.
Brian brings a rare insider perspective to federal retirement having worked within the system while also spending decades educating individuals, families, and federal employees on how to think more clearly about their options. Rather than pushing strategies or products, Brian’s work is rooted in education, dignity, and helping people regain a sense of control over decisions that often feel overwhelming or misunderstood.
This conversation explores why so many federal employees fall into “default retirement,” how gaps in education create unnecessary stress and tax exposure, and why clarity not complexity is the foundation of confident retirement decisions. Brian also shares stories that highlight the real human impact of financial education and why understanding options earlier can change outcomes for generations.
💡 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
• Why federal retirement planning often feels confusing and incomplete
• The real risks behind default retirement thinking
• How education restores confidence and control
• Why retirement decisions are about values—not just numbers
• The power of proactive thinking over last-minute panic
👤 About Brian Jason Ross
Brian Jason Ross is a financial educator and consultant specializing in federal employee retirement education. As the creator of the TSP Wealth Accelerator, Brian helps individuals approach retirement with clarity, confidence, and informed decision-making.
🔗 Connect With Brian Jason Ross
📍 Location: Tulsa Metropolitan Area
🌐 Website: https://www.TSPWealthAccelerator.com
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjasonross/
🎧 About the Make Life Less Taxing Podcast
Make Life Less Taxing is a podcast dedicated to helping people build freedom, clarity, and purpose through thoughtful conversations. No hype. No product talk. Just grounded insights that help you live more intentionally.
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