Did you know that divorce can affect your annuity payment? Learn how a domestic relations order can divide your WRS annuity between you and your ex-spouse. See how this may affect your other WRS benefits and what responsibilities you have to receive and maintain your benefits.
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ETF today announced annuity adjustments for Wisconsin Retirement System retirees. The Core annuity adjustment is 1.6% and the Variable annuity adjustment is -21% (a decrease).
The Department of Employee Trust Funds, including all customer service phone lines, will be closed for business on Monday, December 25 and Monday, January 1. ETF’s customer service call center staff will be available beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 26 and Tuesday, January 2. Wisconsin Retirement System members are encouraged to utilize ETF’s website to view and print forms, brochures and review online videos.
To help you plan ahead, the Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program is hosting special webinars during National Retirement Security Month. Register today for webinars on October 17, 18, 19.
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.
The WRS covers employees of the state of Wisconsin and employees of local government employers who elect to participate, and Milwaukee Public School District teachers.