This week on the FEDLIFE Podcast, Dan Sipe is joined by Ed Zurndorfer to explain the economic impact that can happen when a spouse passes away.  FEDLIFE Podcast, Ep. 80: Federal Benefits for Widow and Widowers, featuring Ed Zurndorfer While ... Read More

Federal employees are encouraged to donate annual leave time to feds in Kentucky who were affected by the recent flood disaster. In 2020, at the height of the pandemic, Congress approved an emergency leave fund for federal employees, totaling $570 ... Read More

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Ed Zurndorfer discusses the rules and options available to divorced individuals with respect to claiming the Social Security benefits of a former spouse. Edward A. Zurndorfer – From the time Social Security benefits started in 1940, Social Security has maintained ... Read More

While the per diem rate for lodging remains unchanged for the second year in a row, the M&IE rate increased to $59 per day. Gas reimbursement rates also went up to 58.5 cents per mile. Complimentary Webinars: REGISTER HERE The ... Read More

FEHB’s annual open season is almost here. Make sure you’re prepared to choose the best plan for your healthcare needs. From November 8th to December 13th, the Federal Employee Healthcare Benefits (FEHB) Program will conduct its annual open season. This ... Read More

School is back in session. Learn about CSRS and FERS retirement benefits from Ed Zurndorfer. FERS Benefits Webinar Despite the threat currently posed by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus, there are some things returning to normalcy still, such ... Read More

Survivor Annuity Benefits Paid to Children of Deceased Federal Employees and Annuitants- Part 2 of 2 < PART I Edward A. Zurndorfer– The previous FEDZONE column discussed the monthly survivor annuity benefits paid to the children of a deceased federal ... Read More

Unexpected tragedies happen in life without warning, and leave loved ones trying to pick up the pieces. That is why it is so important to have a laid out plan to help cover your assets, and make sure your accounts ... Read More

Ed Zurndorfer breaks down everything you need to know to prepare for the death of a spouse Besides the emotional consequences of a spouse’s death, particularly if the death was sudden and unexpected, there can be some devastating financial consequences ... Read More