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Retirement Quiz for Federal Employees and Annuitants

05/26/2023
This week’s quiz for feds goes over FEHB plans, Long-Term Care insurance, and new RMD rules. FEHB & MEDICARE WEBINAR [ays_quiz id=”58″] **Written by Benjamin Derge, Financial Planner, ChFEBC℠ The information has been obtained from sources considered reliable but we ... Read More

FedLife Podcast: How New Jersey and Pennsylvania Tax the TSP

05/22/2023
In this week’s episode, Ed Zurndorfer guides you through the complexities of these differences while detailing the nuances of TSP contributions, from withdrawals to maximizing your potential tax savings. UPCOMING TAXES WEBINAR FEDLIFE Podcast (Ep. 95): Here’s How New Jersey ... Read More

New RMD Rules for Non-Spousal Beneficiaries of Inherited IRAs (Part II)

05/22/2023
Understanding the New RMD Rules for Non-Spousal Beneficiaries of Inherited IRAs – Part II Ed Zurndorfer – This is the second of a series of FEDZONE columns examining the changes to the required minimum distribution (RMD) rules for non-spousal beneficiaries ... Read More

Weekly Benefits Quiz for Federal Employees

05/19/2023
Serving Those Who Serve’s Weekly Quiz for Feds! UPCOMING TAXES WEBINAR [ays_quiz id=”57″] **Written by Benjamin Derge, Financial Planner, ChFEBC℠ The information has been obtained from sources considered reliable but we do not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate ... Read More

New RMD Rules for Non-Spousal Beneficiaries of Inherited IRAs (Part I)

05/15/2023
Understanding the New RMD Rules for Non-Spousal Beneficiaries of Inherited IRAs – Part I Over the last 3.5 years, there have been multiple changes to the required minimum distribution (RMD) rules for non-spousal beneficiaries of inherited IRAs. Among the major ... Read More

Proposed Legislation Would Fire Feds for Not Paying Taxes

05/10/2023
A bill reintroduced in the Senate would keep federal employees with unpaid taxes from continuing the work for the federal government. A recent report from the US Treasury unveiled that the IRS devotes little time and effort to holding federal ... Read More

Tax Consequences of Transferring a Traditional TSP to a Roth IRA

05/01/2023
Beware of the Income Tax Consequences When Transferring a Traditional TSP Account to a Roth IRA. Edward A. Zurndorfer – Federal employees who are 59.5 and over and federal retirees are eligible to make withdrawals from their Thrift Savings Plan ... Read More

Retiring Feds Should Think Twice About Moving to a State Without Income Tax

04/26/2023
Retiring from federal service? If you’re thinking about moving to state with no income tax, make sure you read this first! By: Katelyn Murray, CFP®, ChFEBC®, FBS®, CFT-1™, ECA – By Katelyn Murray- Retirement planning can be a challenging and ... Read More

How New Jersey and Pennsylvania Tax the TSP

04/24/2023
TSP Participants Living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania Should Be Aware on How Their Traditional TSP Withdrawals Are State-Taxed Edward A. Zurndorfer – Most federal employees are familiar with the tax benefits associated with the traditional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). ... Read More

Weekly Quiz for Feds: TSP, FERS, and Taxes

04/21/2023
Our 53rd weekly quiz is about recent TSP performance, FERS history, and Taxes COMPLIMENTARY FERS WEBINAR [ays_quiz id=”53″] **Written by Benjamin Derge, Financial Planner, ChFEBC℠ The information has been obtained from sources considered reliable but we do not guarantee that ... Read More