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Federal Disability Retirement

Breaking Down the SF 3107

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...

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Understanding the Applicant’s Statement of Disability

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...

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What Happens After Approval For Federal Disability Retirement?

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...

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7 Reasons for a Federal Disability Retirement Denial

7 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...

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Can I Reapply for Federal Disability Retirement?

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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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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8 Mistakes to Avoid When Filling out the 3112

8 Mistakes to Avoid When Filling out the 3112

The Standard Form 3112 serves as the necessary documentation in support of Federal Disability Retirement. Forms 3112A-E need to be completed in their entirety and submitted to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in order for an employee to submit an application...

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Why Creditable Years of Service are so Powerful

Why Creditable Years of Service are so Powerful

When it comes to retirement, creditable years of service are incredibly important to FERS federal employees. They determine how close you are to being able to retire and how much money you will receive in retirement. But did you know that you still gain creditable...

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