In this episode, Dan and Katelyn dive into FEDVIP coverage, premiums, and retirement benefits. They also share tips on protecting federal benefits from quantum threats, including securing financial accounts and estate planning in the digital age.
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The Fed15 Podcast: Navigating FEDVIP and Securing Federal Benefits in the Quantum Age
Dan provides an overview of FEDVIP, explaining the various coverage options and the process for signing up. He highlights how premiums work and the use of pre-tax dollar contributions. Additionally, he discusses how coverage continues after retirement and touches on the FSA/HSA options available for vision care. He also goes over eligibility requirements and the associated benefits.
Next, Katelyn addresses the importance of protecting federal benefits from quantum threats. She shares best practices for safeguarding financial accounts like the TSP, such as using a password manager to create unique and complex passwords. Katelyn emphasizes the significance of enabling multi-factor authentication and regularly monitoring accounts and statements to quickly detect or prevent fraud. She concludes by discussing estate planning in the quantum age.
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