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Discontinued Service Retirement: What is it?
Discontinued Service Retirement (DSR) is the only type of federal retirement that isn’t voluntary. You become eligible for DSR if you are separated against...
Accommodation and Reassignment: What Counts?
To be eligible for Federal Disability Retirement your agency will need to show that they weren’t able to accommodate you because of your medical condition....
How to Remove a Family Member from a FEHB Plan
The Office of Personnel Management released a new rule amending Federal Employee Health Benefits Program regulations to allow family members to be removed...
Cost of Living Adjustments and Pay Raises
While both costs of living adjustments and pay raises provide an increase in pay, they aren’t that similar. COLA’s These pay adjustments are available to...
Document These When Filing for Federal Disability Retirement
When you file an application for federal disability retirement with the Office of Personnel Management, you must submit a very thorough and complete...
2019 COLA Increase: How Large Will It Be?
While the 2019 Cost of Living Adjustment amount won’t be available until mid-October, it is as good of as any to look at the possible COLA increase amount....
Computation for FERS Non-Disability and Disability Annuitants
The computation of basic annuity will vary depending on your length of service, High-3 salary, and in some cases, your position in the federal government....
Definitions for Common Terms Regarding Federal Disability Retirement
Federal Disability Retirement can be a long and overwhelming process. There are many terms you may encounter that leave you confused and looking for a...
Age and Service Requirements for FERS Retirements
There are many different types of retirements under the Federal Employees Retirement System and each has its own set of rules and requirements for you to be...
Why You Shouldn’t Take a TSP Loan
Your Thrift Savings Plan account is where you can save the easiest for your retirement. And for some federal employees, this account balance can be quite...
Saving Money and Federal Employee Health Benefits Program Options
Several federal employees are saving money on their taxes simply by making smart choices with their FEHBP options. These choices include taking advantage of...
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