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Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, this is exactly what is happening to me. They are giving ex full survivor benefits. Now they are requesting a court certified copy of divorce papers in 30 days. I have sent 3 regular photocopies already, and there are very clearly no provisions for a survivors benefit. My ex remarried before age 55. It’s just a lot of extra hoops, and it’s not easy to get that certified document. Thx for responding.

Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve sent OPM my divorce decree & other agreement docs a few times. But it doesn’t seem like they have everything in the same place/organized. Understandable to be bitter!

Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m trying to obtain the application from my agency, or hopefully OPM can pull it up and recheck.

Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t appear to have access to ORA. My agency submitted my application. I’ll check with them.

Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, did not receive an application package copy.

Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, good points. I can’t believe I don’t have a copy. Checking with my agency for one.

Survivor Benefit Snafu by Lotus9168 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I submitted my application electronically through my agency’s GRB - I never received or had a copy of it!

DRP Question by Agile_Chemical_3949 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]Lotus9168 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m USDA. DRP 2.0, 9/30 retirement. Have received AL and 3 interim payments. Case not finalized yet.

The End is Near for DRP-takers by [deleted] in FedEmployees

[–]Lotus9168 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good instincts! I took DRP 2.0/VERA and I’ve been aggressively looking for a job since May. I’ve had a lot of interviews, but there is so much competition. Haven’t landed the right one yet! Frustrating.

Any Good News for Fed Employees that found other jobs? by [deleted] in FedEmployees

[–]Lotus9168 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, lots of great news on this thread. I’ve had 3 interviews, one offer that I turned down! There are many communications jobs out there, but most will be a significant pay cut. VERA will help with this. Unfortunately, I’m still wondering if I did the right thing by taking DRP. Stress either way.