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How Military Buy Back Affects Your Federal Disability Retirement
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...
How Federal Disability Retirement Affects Your Thrift Savings Plan
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...
OPM Medical Reviews: What You Need to Know
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...
How to Financially Prepare for Federal Retirement
Retirement can be stressful because there are so many decisions to consider. Many imagine lounging on the beach reading a good book. But this is just a fantasy if you do not properly plan for your retirement. Many federal employees don’t think about retirement until...
Breaking Down the SF 3107
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...
Understanding the Applicant’s Statement of Disability
When you apply for Federal Disability Retirement, one of the most important pieces of your application is your disability statement. This statement will be used by the OPM to make a decision on your case, so it is crucial that you write it carefully and accurately. In...
What Happens After Approval For Federal Disability Retirement?
Did you receive an approval for Federal Disability Retirement? Congratulations! Being approved for disability retirement can be bittersweet. On one hand, you’re in a position you never thought you’d be in. On the other, a new opportunity has arisen and now you must...
Helpful Medical Documentation for Federal Disability Retirement
If you are applying for Federal Disability Retirement, it is important to have a clear understanding of the role your doctor plays in the process. Your medical provider will be responsible for providing detailed medical documentation to support your case. This...
5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor If You Are Considering Federal Disability Retirement
Your doctor is a critical player in the Federal Disability Retirement process. Supporting medical evidence and doctor statements can make an immense difference when the Office of Personnel Management is reviewing a Federal Disability Retirement application. However,...
What Does the Ideal Federal Disability Retirement Application Look Like?
What exactly is the OPM looking for? What needs to be included in my application? Applying for Federal Disability Retirement can be an overwhelming process and you might have a lot of questions just like these. Luckily there are many resources available to help you...
9 Reasons for a Federal Disability Retirement Denial
While discouraging, denials for Federal Disability Retirement are a common occurrence. When you submit your application to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), a medical specialist will be assigned to your case to review any documents you have included. It is the...
Can I Reapply for Federal Disability Retirement?
Being denied for Federal Disability Retirement can be discouraging but don’t give up– you still have a lot of options for your future. If you were denied Federal Disability Retirement and missed the reconsideration deadline, you can reapply for Federal Disability...
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