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USPS Pension Pause: Are Your Retirement Benefits Safe?

USPS Pension Pause: Are Your Retirement Benefits Safe?

The USPS has announced that it’s temporarily pausing FERS payments, starting April 10. For any USPS retirees or workers who are getting ready to retire, this sounds like scary news. But here’s some reassurance – there will be no immediate impact on current or future retirees. The USPS is pausing employer contributions, but all employee contributions and deductions will be the same. Your TSP contributions will also continue as normal

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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Federal Disability Retirement

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Federal Disability Retirement

If you are applying for Federal Disability Retirement, it’s important to understand the role your doctor plays in the process. Your medical provider will be responsible for providing detailed medical documentation to support your case and show that you’re not able to perform the duties of your position.

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Requesting Accommodation for Federal Disability Retirement

Requesting Accommodation for Federal Disability Retirement

If you are a FERS federal employee who is considering filing for Federal Disability Retirement, it's important that you understand the reasonable accommodation process. This process is in place to help employees with disabilities continue to work and perform the...

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