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…
FedLife Podcast: Owning Vs Renting Personal Residences in Retirement (part 2)
In this engaging second installment, we dive deeper into the essential factors to consider when contemplating a second residence in retirement. Discover the key benefits and potential drawbacks, and gain…
The Fed15 Podcast: Insights for Women + TSP Millionaire Success
Dan and Katelyn explore early federal retirement planning for women, reviewing various benefits and programs. They discuss the rise of TSP millionaires and offer insights on how to achieve this…
The Fed15 Podcast: Navigating Retirement & Divorce + Stock Market Trends Under Different Administrations
Dan and Katelyn discuss retirement and divorce, providing key insights on how these events affect federal employees and their spouses. They also address the relationship between presidents and the stock…
FedLife Podcast: Owning Vs Renting Personal Residences in Retirement
Explore the important factors to consider when deciding whether to rent or buy a second residence in retirement. Explore the benefits and drawbacks of each option and gain insights to…
The Fed15 Podcast: Optimizing TSP in Volatile Markets & Celebrating Sammies Award Heroes
Dan and Katelyn explore early federal retirement planning for women, reviewing various benefits and programs. They discuss the rise of TSP millionaires and offer insights on how to achieve this…
Is Military Service Buyback Worth it for Your Federal Retirement?
For Feds who have served in the military, buying back service time may help increase retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS).…
Employees and Retirees Should Pay Attention to Self and Family Versus Self Plus One Premium Rates When Electing 2025 FEHB Program Enrollment
Federal employees and retirees who are enrolled in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program have three enrollment choices. The enrollment choices are: (1) Self Only; (2) Self Plus One;…
Understanding Federal Benefits for Same-Sex Couples
Benefits, including retirement plans, health insurance, and survivor benefits, play a major role in helping government employees and their spouses enjoy a financially secure retirement. These protections were only available…