Don’t Miss Out on Your TSP Match: The Pitfalls of Contributing Too Quickly
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) offers Feds a unique opportunity to grow retirement savings with a government match of up to 5% of your salary. But did you know that…
Digital Nomad Dreams: Can Federal Retirees Work Remotely From Abroad While Keeping Their Benefits?
As a federal retiree, you’ve earned the freedom to roam. And why not? You’ve worked hard for your retirement, and living overseas can be a great way to stretch your…
Sharing the Season: Holiday Traditions from the STWS Team
The holiday season is a time for reflection, celebration, and creating cherished memories with loved ones. Here at Serving Those Who Serve, we understand the importance of community and connection,…
Give YOURSELF a Gift this Year: Check Out Our Year-End Checklist for Feds
As the year comes to a close, now is the perfect time to take stock of your financial situation and set the stage for a successful year ahead.
Using “Tax Loss Harvesting” to Save on 2024 Taxes
While investors prefer to have their investments increase in value over time, sometimes an investment that has lost value can produce some good in the form of possible tax savings.
Initial Prediction for 2026 COLA: 2.5%—What Federal Retirees Need to Know
Following the confirmation of the 2025 COLA updates back in October, The Senior Citizen’s League (TSCL) has released their initial prediction for the 2026 COLA just this past week. Here’s…
When Your Spouse Is Private Sector: Coordinating Mixed-Retirement Household Planning
Retirement planning can be a puzzle – especially when one spouse is a federal employee, and the other is in the private sector.
FED-15 Explained (Podcast)
Federal Agency News
FEDLife & The Fed15 Podcast: Federal Employee Retirement & Benefits Talks
The Fed15 Podcast: Maximizing Discounts & Planning for Your Child’s Education
Dan and Katelyn dive into discounts and deals available to federal employees, sharing helpful websites to find the latest offers on everything from everyday items to big-ticket purchases like travel.
FED-15 Explained (Podcast)
Federal Agency News
FEDLife & The Fed15 Podcast: Federal Employee Retirement & Benefits Talks
The Fed15 Podcast: 2025 IRMAA Brackets & TSP Contribution Limits Explained.
Dan and Katelyn review the updated IRMAA brackets and TSP contribution limits for 2025, covering the new thresholds and breaking down contribution limits by age group.
When a Roth IRA Conversion is a Bad Idea
Roth IRAs have been available since 1998. In spite of their being advertised as a financial panacea, Roth IRAs may not be financially suitable for all individuals. At this time…