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FedLife Podcast: 2021 COLA, plus FEHB Open Season Information

11/09/2020

In this episode, Dan Sipe and Ed Zurndorfer discuss the effect of the 2021 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for federal employees and the upcoming federal health benefits open season



FedLife Podcast (ep. 36): 2021 COLA for Social Security, plus FEHB Open Season Information

The Annual Federal Benefits Open Season is starting soon, and there are some important decisions you need to make. In this episode, Dan Sipe and Ed Zurndorfer discuss the effect of the 2021 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for federal employees and the upcoming federal benefits open season. In this episode, you will learn:

  • How the new 1.3% COLA will ultimately affect annuitants ●
  • The influence of the increased wage base on Social Security taxes ●
  • How Medicare premiums can impact the COLA ●
  • Ways to make key decisions regarding your health, dental or vision insurance plans as the open season approaches ●
  • How informed decisions can help you achieve the maximum value for your money ●
  • And more!

Allow Dan and Ed help to make your Fed life a great one during the upcoming open season!



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