Retiring from Federal Service? Your Guide to Navigating Health Insurance Options
Healthcare costs can be unpredictable and typically rise later in age, making health insurance coverage a critical part of a strong retirement plan.
Thanksgiving Favorites from the STWS Team
As we gather around the table this Thanksgiving, we’re reminded of the special dishes that bring our families together and fill our homes with warmth and comfort.
TSP Retirement Tips and Avoiding Withdrawal Pitfalls
One of the best benefits available to you as a federal employee is the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). When you separate from government service, your post-job life will be…
New TSP Contribution Limits for 2025: What Feds Need to Know
Great news for federal employees! The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contribution limits for 2025 have increased, allowing you to save even more for retirement.
2025 Medicare IRMAA Brackets: What Feds Need to Know
As Turkey Day closes in, it’s hard to believe that 2025 is less than two months away! As we look ahead to 2025, one of the most important updates for…
HSAs Can Be Beneficial But Beware of Common Mistakes
A Health Savings Account (HSA) allows federal employees and retirees to contribute and to pay out-of-pocket medical and dental expenses in a tax-advantaged way.
How Federal Employees Can Balance College Savings and Retirement
As a parent whose child (or children) might attend college someday, you’re likely aware of the fact that higher education is expensive.
OPM Encourages FEHB Health Plans to Adopt Medicare Part D for Federal Annuitants
A recent FEDZONE column entitled “FEHB Program Health Types and Options” (https://stwserve.com/fehb-program-health-plan-types-and-options/) discusses the various types of Federal Employee Health Benefit (FEHB) program health plans available to federal employees and…
Federal Employee Discounts: Unlock Hidden Savings on Tech, Travel, and More
Heads up, Feds: this is going to be an article you’ll want to bookmark. Today, we’re talking deals, and we’ve got a ton of links included for Fed-specific discounts with…
Federal Employees and Retirees Enrolled in an HSA Should Be Aware of Medicare’s Tricky Rules After Age 65
A recent FEDZONE column entitled “FEHB Program Health Types and Options” (https://stwserve.com/fehb-program-health-plan-types-and-options/) discusses the various types of Federal Employee Health Benefit (FEHB) program health plans available to federal employees and…