Once you stop working for a Wisconsin Retirement System employer, federal law requires you to begin receiving your benefit payment(s) by a certain date, depending on your age. This is called a required minimum distribution (RMD).
Are you new to the Wisconsin Retirement System? Learn how the WRS works and what benefits are available. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.
The costs of providing care are high and demands on a caregiver's time are significant. Even if you are not a caregiver currently, there is a good chance you will be at some point in your life. Use the information and resources on this page to help you learn about caregiving and make a plan for financial security.
WRS retirement benefits are calculated using two methods: the formula method, and the money purchase method. ETF calculates your benefit using both methods and automatically pays you the higher amount. See how each method is calculated and resources for estimating your benefit.
Your WRS Annual Statement of Benefits is your official confirmation from ETF that provides details about your Wisconsin Retirement System account balances. Find out when you receive this important document and why you should keep it in a safe place for future reference.
The WRS Annual Statement of Benefits will soon be delivered to active employees with WRS contribution balances as of December 31, 2022. Note: All active employees will receive their statement in the mail.
ETF has started distributing the WRS Annual Statement of Benefits to members. The statement is a non-retired members' once-a-year summary of their retirement account information.
Local county employers, please distribute this form to your jailers so they can record their decision to be either a general category employee or a protective category employee for WRS benefit purposes.
