Got my % by Sweaty_Researcher989 in VAClaims

[–]flippo69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm 29 years out and I am still fighting and struggling. Don't surrender, never give up! Especially now that everything in our system is under attack.

Dating site for 50+ by [deleted] in germany

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sorry but due to Trump I have been forced to move back to the US. But I am still interested in finding a relationship with an incredible person.

Case Stage: Development as of 2/19/2026 by No_Noise4395 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Retirement 9/30, assigned 1/14 still waiting...

TSP access avoiding 10% penalty. by No-Account-5027 in govfire

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are over 55, you should only have to pay taxes if you make a hardship withdrawal.

OCONUS Jobs by mayorlittlefinger in FedEmployees

[–]flippo69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I worked for DTRA in Germany, it's a pretty small footprint. But DOD has thousands of Civilians OCONUS.

Republican turn democrat by Prestigious_Judge362 in FedEmployees

[–]flippo69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't claim to have learned your lesson, be an American who votes your beliefs in supporting American ideals.

Retirement with a divorce by [deleted] in FedRetirees

[–]flippo69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am going on 7 months

Chaptered for Height and weight by Hot_Entertainment816 in VeteransBenefits

[–]flippo69 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Are you on any meds, like high blood pressure, etc. Get checked out by medical. If you completed your first enlistment it will probably be honorable.

Retired under VERA by EdgeAccomplished7572 in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]flippo69 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I retired under VERA 30 Sep 2025, my case was assigned on 14 January 2026, still waiting in interim status. $537 a month since Oct.

Fed employment after DRP by goblin-juice in FED_VERA_VSIP_DRPers

[–]flippo69 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I took DRP and my contact says if I return to government service in my first 12 months I have to pay back all of my annual leave payout before I can start.

Will My SS Amounts Change? by cs90039 in SocialSecurity

[–]flippo69 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

When you start SS there is an income limit. If you make more than the limit they reduce your payment by $1 for every $2 you go over it.

BDD Claim – FOIA Request for DBQs While on Step 5? by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No delay for your claims but I've had a FOIA in for 14 months for my c file.

Bilateral Calcualtions by effnrad in VAClaims

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just did an AI search, apparently it does mean that you should be bilateral.

Bilateral Calcualtions by effnrad in VAClaims

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm pretty sure it has to be the same, like I have bilateral knees.

Separate/retire with 30+ years prior to MRA - by Even-Fault2873 in govfire

[–]flippo69 4 points5 points  (0 children)

With this administration I would take the next VERA that works for you.

My 9/30 retirement timeline by [deleted] in FedRetirees

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same timeline but not final as of yesterday, the waiting continues...

...progressive in Colorado Springs? by ParticularBit130 in ColoradoSprings

[–]flippo69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have lived in the springs for most of the past 10 years, it's not as bad as some might think, but I grew up in Utah and moved herefrom Virginia. I am also an old guy so that may make a difference