We get this question all the time, and the answer is a little complicated. Federal Disability Retirement is a benefit offered to federal employees who are unable to continue working because of a disability. If you are approved for Federal Disability Retirement, you...
If you have a pre-existing condition that is now affecting your ability to work, you may be wondering if you qualify for Federal Disability Retirement. The simple answer is yes, but there are a few caveats. The bulk of your case will focus on supportive medical...
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...
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...
If you are a federal employee struggling with your mental health, you may be apprehensive about telling your agency. We understand how scary it can be to realize you have a mental health condition or be diagnosed with a mental health condition. It can affect...
If you are a special provisions employee, there are some important things that you need to know about FERS special provisions retirement. In this article, we will discuss the requirements for special provisions retirement and the benefits that come along with being...
This is a question that we see all the time. Federal employees who are eligible for an early MRA+ 10 retirement wonder why they should go through the trouble of applying for Federal Disability Retirement when they could just retire now. But Federal Disability...
Are you a federal employee who is struggling in your job due to a medical condition? You may be eligible for FERS Disability Retirement, a benefit hidden in your FERS retirement that can allow you to retire now while continuing your federal benefits and receiving a...
If you are a military veteran who has entered the federal workforce, you may want to buy back your military time as it could significantly benefit your future. Buying back your military years can increase your creditable years of service, which can increase your...
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) plays a significant role in your federal retirement. You have been investing in it for years and now you're hoping it adds to the financial security you need for the rest of your life. But what if you are disabled and must apply for...
If you were approved for Federal Disability Retirement, congratulations! You have successfully secured your future. But you are not completely in the clear. Once approved for Federal Disability Retirement, you will be subject to OPM medical reviews. This is an annual...
Are you a federal employee looking to retire? If so, you should be familiar with the SF 3107. We want your retirement process to be as simple as possible so that you don’t have to stress, but these forms can be overwhelming and downright confusing to fill out. In...
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