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”Communicating with You, the Member” is a podcast from APWU President Mark Dimondstein that will get you the latest news and updates about our union’s fights for the welfare of postal workers but also underscores the pivotal role they play in delivering a vital public service. By fostering dialogue and knowledge-sharing, this podcast ushers in a new era of discourse, solidifying our union’s commitment to growing the labor movement and the advancement of postal excellence. Tune in and learn m ...
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Retirement can be a tricky affair these days for many. It may be even trickier for Federal and Postal employees. According to Elizabeth Inman, ChFEBC, a nationally recognized Federal Benefits Educator, Author, Speaker, and Federal Retirement Specialist, who retired from the USPS with over 23 years of Federal service, "Without a proper understanding of the options and the landmines, it’s easy to make some well-meaning yet costly mistakes when you retire as a Federal or Postal employee. These ...
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President Dimondstein has a lot to address this episode. Legislative/Political Director Judy Beard shares how members helped pass the SSFA, APWU Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor joins to talk about the new Voluntary Early Retirement option, and Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash comes on for a bargaining update.…
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Federal Retirement is Not Easy! The good news? We are here to help. In this fast-paced educational Webinar, Elizabeth Inman will provide you with time-saving strategies and valuable advice to maximize your retirement income and protect your spouse and family. Elizabeth is a FERS Retiree and has not only walked through this process herself, but sinc…
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Attention all Federal Employees: This is an urgent warning for you if you are considering participating in the new Deferred Resignation offer from President Trump. The deadline for this program is less than 48 hours away. Do you know if you have qualified for lifetime pension? How will this option affect your Federal Benefits? If you do not know, t…
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The end of the year is rapidly approaching. What are some of the things that Federal and Postal employees need to consider regarding the Thrift Savings Plan? Find out now by downloading my FREE book, The TSP Millionaire: The TSP Millionaire Book: https://febcnow.com/#formblock Bonus: December is the month that most Federal and Postal employees choo…
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The end of the year is here. December is the month that most Federal and Postal employees choose to retire. Is this the month you should retire? How can you make sure that you are maximizing your retirement? There are so many questions that need to be answered, and we can help you create a Strategic Retirement Plan. We have a complimentary Federal …
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There's just a few days left to make your final choices for Open Season 2024. In this episode, Elizabeth discusses the challenges and changes that have just happened to your health benefits via the new Postal Service Health Benefits Program. Our goal is to inform and educate you as best we can but it's been a rough couple of weeks. But be encourage…
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INTEGRATION WITH MEDICARE! That's the new buzzword for Postal & Federal Employees and Retirees. Open Season is here! In this episode, Elizabeth discusses the massive changes that have just happened to your health benefits via the new Postal Service Health Benefits Program. If you are unsure about what you need to do during this Open Season, we have…
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Attention all Postal and Federal Employees: Open Season is here! That means big changes are no longer future-speak, they have now arrived, like it or not. In this episode, Elizabeth Inman candidly shares from the heart and gives perspective and hope to Postal workers and Annuitants regarding the massive changes that have just happened to your healt…
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Attention all Postal and Federal Employees: Open Season is just 4 days away... Are you ready? Change is not coming... It's already here! In this episode, Elizabeth Inman gives you important information about this year's Open Season as Postal workers and retirees face new challenges with the commencement of the new Postal Service Health Benefits Pro…
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Attention all Postal and Federal Employees: Open Season is just days away... Are you ready? Do you know what to do? If you are unsure about the massive changes coming in the next few weeks, we have good news for you. Elizabeth Inman and her team of benefit coordinators is ready to help you. We also have a complimentary Federal Retirement Survival K…
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Attention all Postal and Federal Employees: Open Season is days away. Are you ready? Do you know what to do? If not, then this is a must-see video for you! In this episode, Elizabeth Inman shares Open Season enrollment instructions, as well as the exceptions to the new Integration with Medicare. Prescription coverage for Postal Annuitants and their…
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On October 16, APWU President Mark Dimondstein and Legislative and Political Director Judy Beard held a livestream to talk about the 2024 Presidential Election, APWU's endorsement of Kamala Harris, and more. Listen to the audio from the livestream here. To get involved in electoral work, text VOLUNTEER to 91990 or go to apwu.org/volunteer. HATCH AC…
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ATTENTION ALL FEDERAL AND POSTAL EMPLOYEES: Did you know that the Federal Government is projecting that the end of 2024 will be a record year for Federal and Postal employees to retire? The end of the year is one of the most popular dates that Federal and Postal employees choose to retire. Are you planning to do the same? If so, watch this video fo…
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We are just over 30 days away from Open Season. That got here fast! Do you have all the information you need to make a quality decision about your healthcare benefits? The new Postal Service Health Benefit Premiums have been announced, but the plan brochures aren't here yet. The good news? In this brief podcast, Elizabeth Inman shows you where you …
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Calling all postal employees and retirees! Elizabeth Inman shares vitally important information for our nation's Postal employees and annuitants (retirees) regarding the Special Enrollment Period for Medicare Part B. If these Special Enrollment Medicare Part B forms are not completed and postmarked by September 30th, you will be hit with a penalty …
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Elizabeth Inman shares vitally important information for our nation's Postal employees who are US Veterans. Listen in as Elizabeth Inman gives warning for those about to enroll in the Special Enrollment Period for Medicare Part B which is just about to end. There is an unforeseen conflict in coverage that US Veterans must be aware of in order to no…
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The new Postal Service Health Benefit Premiums have been announced! In this informative podcast, Elizabeth unveils the new online platform, www.Login.gov. Each week, Elizabeth Inman tackles vitally important information for our nation's Postal employees and annuitants (retirees). Don't miss our next few episodes as we do a deep dive on the new plan…
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The new Postal Service Health Benefit Plans have been announced! In this informative podcast, Elizabeth reviews CROSSWALK, the key to finding your enrollment codes and choosing your specific health plan. Last call... there's only 5 days left to sign-up for the Special Enrollment Period for Medicare Part B. Deadline: September 30, 2024. Links to the…
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Negotiations aren't over yet - the APWU and USPS have agreed to "Stop the Clock" on the expiration of our current contract (set to expire at midnight on September 20). The APWU will continue to keep the members updated as we continue to bargain for a new union contract, including regular messages on the negotiation “hotline” at (202) 642-9049, our …
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Get Your Social Security Report FREE when you request the FEBC Federal Retirement Survival Kit! Elizabeth Inman has made the process of retiring from the Federal Government much easier by creating a Federal Retirement "Survival Kit" that you can have for FREE (a $350. value). This includes a one-hour consultation where you can get all your question…
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Federal Retirement is Hard! So, what's the good news? Elizabeth Inman has made the process much easier by creating a Federal Retirement "Survival Kit" that you can have for FREE (a $350. value). This includes a one-hour consultation where you can get all your questions answered and at the same time, receive printed step-by-step instructions and all…
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Federal Retirement is Hard! So, what's the good news? Elizabeth Inman has made the process much easier by creating a Federal Retirement "Survival Kit" that you can have for FREE (a $350. value). This includes a one-hour consultation where you can get all your questions answered and at the same time, receive printed step-by-step instructions and all…
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Elizabeth Inman shares vitally important information for our nation's Postal annuitants (retirees) regarding the Special Enrollment Period happening right now (you must do this before September 30th, 2024)! In Part 4 of this step-by-step, four-part series, you will learn the exact forms and process you need to avoid big penalties and the links to t…
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Elizabeth Inman shares vitally important information for our nation's Postal annuitants (retirees) regarding the Special Enrollment Period happening right now (you must do this before September 30th, 2024)! In Part 3 of this step-by-step, four-part series, you will learn the exact forms and process you need to avoid big penalties and the links to t…
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Elizabeth Inman shares vitally important information for our nation's Postal annuitants (retirees) regarding the Special Enrollment Period happening right now (you must do this before September 30th, 2024)! In Part 2 of this step-by-step, four-part series, you will learn the exact forms and process you need to avoid big penalties and the links to t…
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Elizabeth Inman shares vitally important information for our nation's Postal annuitants (retirees) regarding the Special Enrollment Period happening right now. Learn how and when to take action that can save you from significant penalties. Federal employees will benefit from this information as this process is coming to the other Federal agencies s…
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In this season's third episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman deconstructs the confusing details of the new Postal Health Benefit Plan. You will learn when you need to sign up for Medicare Part B and the financial penalties you will incur if you do not sign up at the right time. DID YOU KNOW? There are landma…
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In this season's second episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman opens up about her past postal career, starting FEBC, and why she does what she does to help other Federal and Postal employees maximize their retirement. If you don't know who Elizabeth is... this one's for you. There are 5 dangers to Federal Ret…
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In this season's first episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman shares the upcoming topics that will be covered in Season 4. There are 5 dangers to Federal Retirement. Do you know what they are? If not, then we invite you to attend a free online educational seminar entitled "The 5 Dangers of Federal Retirement"…
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APWU President Mark Dimondstein invites the APWU Organization Director Anna Smith on the show to talk about organizing in the workplace -- especially during our 2024 Organizing Campaign! Tune in to learn more about our "Build Union Power" member organizing drive.Bởi APWU
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In this episode President Dimondstein will share APWU's statement on Palenstine, a reminder to participate in the Combined Federal Campaign if you so choose, a brief update on Network Modernization, and what's ahead in 2024. This episode also includes a special "voices from the field" segment where workers weigh in on their experiences during Peak …
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In this episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman gives us an update on the current Open Season and specifically where you can go to get the rates and information you need to ensure you have made the right decisions for your 2024 healthcare needs. Many premiums have increased in price with less benefits. DID YOU…
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In this episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman gives us an update on the current Open Season. There are only a few hours left to make changes to your plan. Many premiums have increased in price with less benefits. Know which ones to look for. DID YOU KNOW? There are landmark changes coming with the new Postal…
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In this episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman gives us an update on the current Open Season. There are only a few days lift to make changes to your plan. DID YOU KNOW? There are landmark changes coming with the new Postal Health Reform Act IN 2024. Elizabeth and Bryan are leading a nationwide campaign to hel…
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In this episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman gives us an update on the current Open Season. DID YOU KNOW? There are landmark changes coming with the new Postal Health Reform Act IN 2024. Elizabeth and Bryan are leading a nationwide campaign to help you, the Federal and Postal employee get educated and manag…
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In this episode of the Federal Employee Benefit Coordinator's Podcast, Elizabeth Inman gives us an update on new changes to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Portal that will streamline both TSP withdrawals and loans. This is great news as it puts more information and control in YOUR hands. Elizabeth also shares some recent interactions her clients hav…
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FEBC's Elizabeth Inman interviews GEHA's RAj Vavilala to discuss this year's open season. What has changed this year? What do we need to look out for? Is there any new information on postal reform? There are landmark changes coming with the new Postal Health Reform Act. Elizabeth and Bryan are leading a nationwide campaign to help you, the Federal …
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