Fed Options

10/06/2026

In the next newsletter, we’re covering the rules and nuances of special provisions employees to help financial professionals better serve federal firefighters, law enforcement officers, and air-traffic controllers. Subscribe here: https://fedoptions.co/fed-options-newsletter-for-federal-retirement-experts/

09/18/2026

Open season for changing health insurance is right around the corner for federal workers and retirees - we’ll be covering the basics of FEHB and PSHB in next week’s newsletter, be sure to subscribe:

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09/11/2026

When working with federal employees close to retirement, be sure to check if they’re eligible for a refund for FEGLI Option C premiums. Learn more in our next newsletter. Subscribe now - https://fedoptions.co/fed-options-newsletter-for-federal-retirement-experts/

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09/08/2026

FEGLI Coverage in a nutshell:

09/04/2026

Knowing the difference between 6 main types of retirement under FERS is crucial when planning for a federal employee’s retirement. Subscribe to our newsletter to our learn more: https://fedoptions.co/fed-options-newsletter-for-federal-retirement-experts/

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Cassie breaks down immediate retirement, deferred retirement, MRA+1...

08/28/2026

Next week’s newsletter will review TSP contributions and the importance of getting the full match. Subscribe now: https://fedoptions.co/fed-options-newsletter-for-federal-retirement-experts/

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08/21/2026

The federal long-term care program has been suspended for years as it lost ground to outside insurance plans and alternate savings strategies.

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08/12/2026

Next week we’re exploring advanced leave and ways to help federal employees navigate these benefit challenges when they may not have access to advanced leave options. As of now, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) have paused this benefit.

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07/31/2026

Unused sick leave can increase the FERS pension by adding creditable service to a federal retiree’s annuity calculation, but it does not count toward retirement eligibility.

Understanding this distinction is an important part of effective retirement planning for feds.

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07/24/2026

Choosing survivor benefits is one of the most important retirement decisions advisors and agents can help federal workers make. Watch the latest video and subscribe for more federal benefits insights! https://youtu.be/1ZyvXRkHABo

This video completely covers survivor benefits - for active and ret...