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The Fed15 Podcast | Ep. 137: TSP Loans Explained + Understanding the Benefits Cliff

February 10, 2026 STWS

Dan and Jen break down how TSP loans work—including eligibility, loan types, benefits, hidden costs, and repayment risks—while also unpacking the latest benefits cliff projections for Social Security and Medicare,…

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2026 FEHB Changes: Planning If Gender-Affirming Care Isn’t Covered

February 10, 2026 Benefits Ben

Now that we're into the 2026 plan year, you're likely noticing changes to your Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) coverage. FEHB 2026 gender-affirming care coverage now includes exclusions for certain…

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Understanding the Vitally Important IRS Form 5498

February 10, 2026 Ed Zurndorfer

IRS Form 5498 (IRA Contribution Information) is vitally important for individuals who own any type of Individual Retirement Arrangement (IRA). The Form 5498 is completed by every IRA custodian meaning…

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Benefits Cliff Talk, Decoded: Planning Moves for Federal Workers

February 8, 2026 Benefits Ben

You've probably seen the headlines. Social Security is running out of money. Medicare trust funds are depleting. Benefits cliffs looming. It's enough to make anyone nervous about retirement.

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The Fed15 Podcast | Ep. 136: 2026 Rule Changes + Federal Benefits To-Do List

February 3, 2026 STWS

Dan and Katelyn break down the key rule changes converging in 2026 and the essential planning moves federal employees should be reviewing now, from SECURE Act 2.0 updates to Social…

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Use It, Don’t Lose It: How Feds Can Maximize Annual Leave in 2026

February 3, 2026 Benefits Ben

Every year, thousands of federal employees forfeit annual leave. The leave does not disappear because people want to work more. It disappears because the leave year ends and the use-or-lose…

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Making Sense of the TSP Annuity: Who it Fits and Why

February 2, 2026 Benefits Ben

Guaranteed income for life appeals to many Feds. A Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) annuity converts part of your account into a monthly payment that lasts as long as you do.

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C Fund Reality Check: Valuation Risk and Better TSP Balance

February 1, 2026 Benefits Ben

For many Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) investors, the C Fund has become the default choice. It mirrors the S&P 500, captures the largest U.S. companies, and carries a long history…

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