The monthly average processing time for April (including both digital and paper applications) increased to 78 days, up from 60 days in March . While processing digital retirement applications is faster, many paper claims are still coming in from federal agencies as the government transitions to the digital system. more…
Bill Would Protect Federal Employee’s Credit Scores During Shutdowns
Senate Democrats introduced last week new legislation to protect federal employees from financial penalties they may experience while working without pay or furloughed during a government shutdown. more…
The Choice of FERS Disability Retirement or Workers’ Compensation
Ed Zurndorfer discusses a FERS-covered employee’s decision to either get disability retirement or receivie workers’ compensation benefits. In some situations, the employee may be eligible to receive both. more…
New TSP Catch‑Up Contribution Rules in 2026
If your are turning age 50 or older in 2026, a new law could change how your Thrift Savings Plan catch‑up contributions are made. Learns what catch‑up contributions are, who the new requirement applies to, how age and income affect your options, and what to consider if you don’t want Roth contributions. Real‑world examples are included more…
FERS Disability Retirement: Eligibility Requirements & Application Process / Review
Ed Zurndorfer outlines the requirements that a FERS-covered employee must fulfill in order to qualify for a disability retirement — and the criteria the Office of Personnel Management considers in determining whether to approve it. Included are a list of necessary forms and how to appeal if OPM denies the application. more…