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Deciding to retire may be the hardest part of the entire process. ETF can help you master the next steps so that you make decisions that are right for you. Use the resources available on this page to help you through the process.

The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report of the Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds for the year ended December 31, 2023 provides comprehensive information about ETF, the Wisconsin Retirement System, and other benefit programs administered by ETF.

A written request to change your retirement annuity payment selection must be received by ETF within 60 days after the date of your first annuity payment.

Find out what taxes affect your WRS retirement benefit and health benefits.

Although your WRS benefit will give you a reliable source of income, it is important that you also have personal savings and other investments.

Provided you did not close your WRS account by taking a separation benefit, your beneficiaries may be entitled to a benefit after your death. Understand how and what benefits are paid upon your death.

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A separation benefit is a one-time lump-sum payment consisting only of employee contributions, additional contributions (if applicable) and accumulated interest.

The WRS Retirement Benefit is a pension plan that is intended to provide you with a lifetime retirement payment. It offers a retirement benefit based on a defined contribution plan or a defined benefit plan.

Make sure ETF knows who you want to receive your WRS assets upon your death by keeping your beneficiary designation up-to-date.