A Medicare Advantage Plan is another option for a federal retiree age 65 and older to supplement their Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B) coverage. Ed Zurndorfer discusses the options federal retirees have to enroll, and why these plans may be attractive to some federal retirees more…
Understanding Medicare Enrollment Periods, Deadlines and Penalties
Ed Zurndorfer discusses the three enrollment periods for employees and retirees to enroll in Medicare and not be subject to any late enrollment penalties. Retirees should also note that when they enroll in Medicare during any of the three-enrollment period, they can switch their FEHB health plan within 30 days of enrolling in Medicare more…
Deciding When to Take Social Security Benefits
Chris Kowalik breaks down the core components of the Social Security program to understand when, how, and why to start drawing benefits more…
Tax Savings with FEHB, FEDVIP and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Ed Zurndorfer discusses the important tax savings associated with the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, and the health care flexible spending accounts (HCFSAs) offered through FSAFEDS more…
TSP Launches Growth Potential Tool
The Thrift Savings Plan launched a “Grow with the TSP” web page to highlight the potential growth that’s possible in accounts. more…