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Federal Employees Will Have Better Insurance Protections in the Event of a Government Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApril 2, 2021 12:29 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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OPM has issued a final rule to strengthen certain benefits protections for federal employees in the event of a government shutdown.

A Great Reason Not to Take Medicare Part B

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMarch 12, 2021 1:04 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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As the author explains, the costs for Medicare Part B may end up being higher than federal retirees are expecting.

Do This if Your Spouse is Under FERS Too!

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMarch 11, 2021 9:46 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

When two federal employees are a married couple under FERS, they have different benefits considerations than families with only one federal employee.

Should You Leave Some of Your Pension to Your Spouse?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMarch 3, 2021 9:07 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

What are the considerations for federal employees under FERS to leave survivor benefits to a spouse?

The Top Retirement Mistakes Federal Employees Made in 2020

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFebruary 19, 2021 11:19 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The author outlines the top retirement planning mistakes he observed federal employees make in 2020.

Why You Should Consider Joining a High Deductible Plan This FEHB Open Season

FedSmith.com author Kevin MossBy Kevin MossNovember 23, 2020 8:32 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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A high deductible health plan under FEHB could be a good option for some federal employees. These are some considerations.

Retirement for Federal Employee Couples

By Brandon ChristyNovember 20, 2020 8:48 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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When both spouses are federal employees, are there special considerations for carrying FEHB health insurance into retirement?

The Top 5 Retirement Myths

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNovember 16, 2020 8:16 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The author summarizes five common misconceptions federal employees frequently have about their retirement benefits.

FEHB Plan Options for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerNovember 9, 2020 3:19 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
Office binders on a desk, one of which is labeled 'open enrollment' pictured next to a notepad and jar of pencils

What general plan types are available to federal employees within FEHB? This is a basic overview of the options.

2021 Medicare Part B Premiums Increase as Federal Benefits Open Season Begins

By Michael WaldUpdated: November 11, 2020 1:53 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
Close up of a person's hands holding a sheet of paper on a desk that reads 'Medicare Part B'; a calculator, book and reading glasses are seen lying off to the side

How much will Medicare Part B premiums increase in 2021?

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