Category: FEDLIFE for Federal Employees

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FedLife Podcast: Roth TSP vs Roth IRA – Which Should Federal Employees Maximize?

December 2, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed break down the differences between Roth TSP and Roth IRA accounts for federal employees. They explain the advantages and limitations of each option, strategies…

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FedLife Podcast: 8 Life Insurance Mistakes Federal Employees Should Avoid

November 30, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed discuss the most common mistakes federal employees make when purchasing and managing life insurance. They explain how to determine the right amount of coverage,…

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FedLife Podcast: Understanding TSP RMD Rules for Spousal Beneficiary Accounts

November 14, 2025 Ed Zurndorfer

In this episode, Dan and Ed break down how TSP beneficiary rules and RMD requirements affect federal employees and their families. They explain the importance of properly naming a TSP…

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FedLife Podcast: How the 2025 Tax Bill Changes Charitable Giving for Federal Employees

October 24, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed break down how the OBBBA of 2025 reshapes charitable giving and tax deductions. They explain how the law builds on changes from the Tax…

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FedLife Podcast: TSP Annuities Explained – Withdrawal Option 2

September 26, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain TSP life annuities, including how they work and the factors that determine monthly payments. They also cover the process for purchasing an annuity,…

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FedLife Podcast: TSP Withdrawal Options – Installment Payments Explained

September 8, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain TSP installment payments, including the difference between fixed dollar payments and life expectancy payments. They also cover when and how you can make…

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FedLife Podcast: Understanding the Ongoing Appeal of Qualified Charitable Distributions for IRA Owners

August 15, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain what QCDs are and how they work with RMDs from traditional IRAs. They also discuss which retirement accounts allow QCDs, the timing considerations…

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FedLife Podcast: Mandatory Roth TSP Catch-Up Contributions Coming in 2026 – What Federal Employees Need to Know

July 25, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain the upcoming 2026 change requiring high-earning federal employees to make TSP “catch-up” contributions only to the Roth TSP. They also discuss how the…

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FedLife Podcast: FERS Retirees Receiving SRS—Don’t Forget to Report 2024 Earnings

July 18, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain what the Special Retirement Supplement (SRS) is and who qualifies for it. They also discuss how the SRS is calculated, the 2024 earnings…

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FedLife Podcast: What Feds Need to Know About Drug Discount Programs

July 2, 2025 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain how prescription drug discount programs work and how to manage your coverage under FEHB. They also discuss the importance of reviewing your formulary,…