How the IRS Taxes CSRS and FERS Annuities
Tax season is now in full swing. This article breaks down the federal taxation of federal government pensions – both FERS and CSRS.
The FEDZONE contains all articles written by Ed Zurndorfer:
A former career Federal employee, Ed has published a staggering 1,200+ separate articles on Federal Benefits and Retirement!
Just “Google” his name, and you are likely to find a plethora of sites that contain his writings. Drawn to its mission to reach, teach
and serve Feds, Serving Those Who Serve is the only financial planning practice with which Ed has chosen to affiliate in over
20 years teaching. In addition to conducting Federal Benefits seminars for Serving Those Who Serve, you can find Ed’s
writings here on our blog in the FedZone, and on Fed-Soup, MyFederalRetirement, FederalNews Radio and NITP. He is a
member of the Maryland Society of Accountants, the National Association of Enrolled Agents, the International Society of
Certified Employee Benefits Specialists, the Financial Planning Association, the National Association of Health Underwriters,
and the Society of Financial Service Professionals. Since 1999, Ed has taught many thousands of Federal employees about
their benefits, in person and at Federal agencies all over the country. Ed is a true national treasure.
Tax season is now in full swing. This article breaks down the federal taxation of federal government pensions – both FERS and CSRS.
The SECURE Act 2.0 is shaking up the world of college savings and retirement planning.
Planning for retirement can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with legal changes. But fear not. In this riveting episode, Ed Zurndorfer and Dan Sipe delve into the SECURE Act 2.0…
Six estate planning tips for federal employees, including wills, POAs, and more…
SECURE Act 2.0 Eliminates RMDs on Roth Retirement Plans: What Does It Mean to Roth TSP Participants?
Is There Any Downside Resulting from the Decrease of Medicare Part B Premiums During 2023?
The SECURE Act 2.0 made a lot changes that could impact your financial strategy, including being able to rollover unused 529 money into a Roth IRA
In December 2022, Congress passed the SECURE Act 2.0, which might modify retirement plans like 401(k)s, IRAs, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
Now Is a Good Time for Employees to Make Their 2022 IRA Contributions If They Have Not Already Done So
Get ready to hear Dan Sipe and Ed Zurndorfer unpack ten moves federal employees and retirees need to know as they prepare and secure their finances this year.