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Applying for Federal Disability Retirement After Separation

Applying for Federal Disability Retirement After Separation

If you are separated from federal service, there are a few things you need to know about applying for Federal Disability Retirement. The process is a little different, and there are strict deadlines that must be followed. In this article, we will walk you through...

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What Happens to Your Benefits if You Leave Federal Service?

What Happens to Your Benefits if You Leave Federal Service?

People leave jobs all the time, for various reasons. Those who work in the federal government are no different. As with any job move, you must think about what will happen to your benefits, and if you’ll get to keep them. Federal employees have access to several...

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How COLAs Affect Federal Disability Retirement

How COLAs Affect Federal Disability Retirement

If you are a disabled federal employee receiving Federal Disability Retirement, you may be wondering if Cost-of-Living Adjustments or COLAs affect your annuity. The good news is that you will be able to receive cost-of-living adjustments after the first 12 months you...

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9 Benefits of Working in the Federal Government

9 Benefits of Working in the Federal Government

There are many benefits to working in the federal government, but a lot of people don't know about them due to their out-of-date systems and processes. Because of this, the government has struggled finding potential recruits and maintaining employees. In order to...

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Where Can I Work While on Federal Disability Retirement?

Where Can I Work While on Federal Disability Retirement?

Once you are approved for Federal Disability Retirement, one of the greatest benefits is the ability to work in the private sector. Federal Disability Retirement can provide a great financial safety net for years to come but working in a new job, in addition to your...

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Pros and Cons of Filing for Federal Disability Retirement

Pros and Cons of Filing for Federal Disability Retirement

Federal Disability Retirement is a benefit that is available to Federal employees who become disabled. While it can be difficult to be approved for, Federal Disability Retirement offers many benefits that can make life much easier for those who become disabled. In...

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OPM Disability Retirement Deadlines You Don’t Want to Miss

OPM Disability Retirement Deadlines You Don’t Want to Miss

For federal employees with disabilities, the process of retiring on OPM Disability Retirement can be daunting. There are a lot of deadlines and forms to submit, and if you miss one, it could mean you’ve lost your chance at this life-changing benefit. If you're not...

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