Ed Zurndorfer presents information about charitable gift annuities including how they work, how they are taxed, what are their fees, and the risks associated with them more…
Answers to Tricky Tax Questions for the Thrift Savings Plan and IRAs
Ed Zurndorfer provides the answers to some of the most often asked questions pertaining to the Thrift Savings Plan and Individual Retirement Arrangements more…
Holiday Gift Tax Planning Suggestions for Federal Employees and Retirees
Ed Zurndorfer describes how federal employees and retirees can use gifting to enhance the Roth IRA savings of their children, grandchildren and parents more…
End-of-Year 2023 and Pre-2024 TSP Moves Federal Employees Should Consider
Ed Zurndorfer outlines what federal employees need to consider in December regarding their Thrift Savings Plan options for both 2023 and 2024 more…
FEHB Program Cost Saving Suggestions For Federal Retirees and Annuitants
Ed Zurndorfer discusses four different suggestions on how federal retirees and annuitants can reduce their Federal Employees Health Benefits insurance plan out-of-pocket expenses — including those enrolled in Medicare more…
FEHB Premium Savings Suggestions (and Individuals Who Must Pay Full FEHB Premiums)
Ed Zurndorfer provides suggestions on how some federal employees can save on Federal Employees Health Benefits program premiums, and who must pay 100% of the FEHB premiums without any federal government contribution more…
Medical Expenses Payable or Reimbursable from an HSA, FSA or HRA
The IRS has provided new guidance on specific categories of medical expenses that can be paid or reimbursed through a Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, or Health Care Flexible Spending Account more…
Medicare Part B Enrollees Can Appeal IRMAA Premium Notices
Some federal retirees are subject to Medicare Part B premium surcharges. Ed Zurndorfer explains what federal employees and retirees can do to request a reconsideration of their Medicare Part B premiums. Examples are included. more…
Federal Employees and Retirees Should Review Dental Insurance Choices Annually
Ed Zurndorfer discusses the importance of evaluating dental insurance during the annual federal benefits open season with recommendations more…
What Is a Health Reimbursement Account and How Does It Work?
Ed Zurndorfer explains the advantages and disadvantages of an HRA under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program — and how it differs from a Health Savings Account (HSA) more…