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Monthly Archives: May 2024

RMDs for Beneficiaries of Inherited Traditional IRAs

05/30/2024
For the Fourth Consecutive Year, IRS Waives RMDs for Beneficiaries of Inherited Traditional IRAs For the fourth year in a row, the IRS has provided relief on required minimum distributions (RMDs) for non-eligible designated beneficiaries (NEDBs) of inherited traditional IRAs ... Read More

Top Five Mistakes Feds Make When It Comes to Life Insurance

05/30/2024

What is the FERS Survivor Annuity Supplement?

05/29/2024
If you’re under the age of 60 and collecting a FERS survivor annuity, you might be eligible for the FERS Survivor Annuity Supplement. While the FERS Special Retirement Supplement (SRS) is often discussed when it comes to retiring from the ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: 2025 Federal Pay Raise Update and the TSP Window

05/28/2024
The TSP mutual fund is now two years old – Dan provides a high-level review. Then, Katelyn reviews the 2025 pay raise for federal employees. The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 49): 2025 Pay Raise Update, the TSP Mutual Fund Window, and ... Read More

Recently Released: 2025 Health Savings Account Contribution Limits

05/23/2024
New HSA Contribution Limits for 2025 have been announced. Learn how to maximize your HSA and its potential to bolster your financial security. In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, understanding and optimizing your benefits can significantly impact your financial well-being. ... Read More

Military Service Credit Rules for Federal Retirement – Part II

05/22/2024
This is the second of two FEDZONE columns discussing military service credit rules for federal retirement purposes including retirement under CSRS and FERS.  This column discusses the amount of a military deposit for CSRS/CSRS Offset and FERS employees who want ... Read More

The Best US Federal Government Agencies to Work For in 2024

05/22/2024
NASA Ranked Top Large US Federal Agency to Work for 12th Straight Year: read about the latest rankings for large, mid-size, and smaller agencies A recent report from the Washington Post revealed the latest rankings for the best US federal ... Read More

The Fed15 Podcast: What’s Going on with the TSP?

05/21/2024
Happy one year anniversary for the Fed15! We’re thanking feds and reviewing the Thrift Savings Plan’s recent slump. The Fed15 Podcast (Ep. 48): What’s Going on with the TSP? Celebrating the podcast’s first anniversary, which coincides with Public Service Recognition ... Read More

FEHB Highlights: Understanding Temporary Continuance of Coverage (TCC)

05/20/2024
What is TCC for FEHB (federal employee health benefits) program? Learn about canceling coverage and temporary continuance of coverage. This article covers canceling federal employee health insurance and temporary continuance of coverage (TCC). This is the tenth article in our ... Read More

FedLife Podcast: Roth IRA Contributions and the Saver’s Tax Credit

05/17/2024
Discussing the world of Roth IRA contributions and the Saver’s Tax Credit. Learn how these financial tools can help grow your wealth a secure your future. Check Out Our Next Webinar on Tax Planning for Federal Employees – REGISTER HERE ... Read More