FedLife Podcast: Why FEHB Self+1 Plans Cost More than Family Coverage
• Ed goes over some tax savings tips when it comes to the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program. • Learn about the types of enrollment offered by the FEHB…
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.
• Ed goes over some tax savings tips when it comes to the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program. • Learn about the types of enrollment offered by the FEHB…
Federal employees who retire from federal service will receive a guaranteed pension in the form of a monthly annuity that is calculated using a "high three" average salary.
SECURE Act 2.0 Legislation Affecting the TSP and IRAs Starting January 1, 2024
A qualified longevity annuity contract (QLAC) – learn what it is, how it works, and one of the best benefits, lower required minimum distributions (RMDs)!
2024 Federal Employee Pay Increase: How Much, When It Takes Effect, and Other Employee Benefits Affected.
Time to think about your 2024 contributions - for younger feds and those closer to retirement.
The traditional TSP versus the Roth TSP – which is better? Learn the differences and why it’s probably a good idea if you’re on the younger side.
You're going to want to avoid these errors if you're thinking about doing a QCD.
Benefits “Open Season” Means It Is Time for Employees to Enroll or to Re-Enroll in a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
As we approach the end of the year, time to go over required minimum distributions (RMDs) and how the SECURE Acts 1.0 and 2.0 changed the IRS penalties and rules.