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FedLife Podcast | Ep. 159: FSAFEDS HCFSA – Understanding Tax-Free Health Care Dollars in 2026

February 15, 2026 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed provide an overview of the Federal Flexible Spending Account (FSAFEDS) Health Care FSA (HCFSA) program for federal employees in 2026. They review enrollment rules,…

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FedLife Podcast: 2026 FEHB, PSHB, FEDVIP, and FSAFEDS – What Federal Employees Need to Know

January 13, 2026 STWS

In this episode, Dan and Ed break down the key updates for the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) program, Federal Employees Dental and Vision…

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FedLife Podcast: Medicare Open Enrollment – What Federal Retirees Need to Know

January 7, 2026 STWS

Join Dan and Ed as they break down the Medicare Open Enrollment (Annual Election) Period and what federal retirees need to know when choosing or changing coverage. This episode explains…

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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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