Surviving Spouse’s Option with Respect to a TSP Beneficiary Account
Understanding a Surviving Spouse’s Option with Respect to a TSP Beneficiary Account - If there is no TSP beneficiary form on file for a TSP account, then the distribution of…
Why CSRS Offset Annuitants Are Not Subject to the GPO (Pension Offset)
The Government Pension Offset (GPO) is a Social Security Administration (SSA) law that affects spouses, former spouses, widows or widowers. But not CSRS Annuitants.
How Social Security Survivor Benefits Work
When to Claim a Widow/Widower Social Security Survivor Benefit Can Be a Challenge - This week’s column presents widow/widower choices with respect to the Social Security widow/widow benefit.
After a Spouse Dies, the Surviving Spouse’s Finances Can Suffer
The economic impact that a spouse's death can incur. Ed fills you in on what to watch out for.
Rules for Survivor Annuitants to Continue FEHB Program Family Benefits
Breaking down the rules to keep FEHB for those receiving a survivor annuity
Rules for Continuing FEHB After Retiring from Federal Service – Part II
Rules for Continuing FEHB Program Health Benefits After Retiring from Federal Service - Part II
Rules for Continuing FEHB After Retiring from Federal Service – Part I
Rules for Continuing FEHB (Federal Employee Health Benefits) After Retiring from Federal Service - Part I
Federal Employees Should Understand TSP Contribution Limits
Employees Should Understand Limits on TSP Contributions and Not Lose Agency Matching
The Hazards and Pitfalls of Taking a Social Security Lump-Sum Payout
The latest FEDZONE article: "Beware of the Hazards and Pitfalls of Taking a Social Security Lump-Sum Payout"
Should Federal Employees Self-Insure for Future Long-Term Care?
Federal Employees and Future Long-Term Care – Part III: Should Federal Employees Self-Insure for Future Long-Term Care?