Video
7 minutes
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Understanding Your Sick Leave Statement

Learn about the types of sick leave statement you may receive in the mail, what they mean, and estimate when your accumulated sick leave will end and when your annuity deduction will begin. This presentation is for state agency and University of Wisconsin retirees.

Video
15 minutes
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Variable Fund

Does putting money in the Variable Fund make sense for you? Learn what the Variable Fund is and how it is different from the Core Fund, and how it affects your retirement benefit. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.

Video
11 minutes
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Well Wisconsin Program

Learn about the Well Wisconsin program, who is eligible, how to create and manage an account, and what benefits are available.

Video
11 minutes
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WRS Annuity Options

Not sure which WRS annuity option to choose? Make an informed decision by learning about all of the WRS annuity options along with the difference between a beneficiary and named survivor. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.

Video
17 minutes
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WRS Benefits for New and Mid-Career Employees

Are you a new employee or someone who still has at least 5 years to go before you can retire? It's never too early to start planning for a secure retirement. Learn how to maximize your WRS benefits. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.

Video
5 minutes
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WRS Contribution Rates

Do you know how the WRS and your benefits are funded? Find out how your employee- and employer-required contributions fund the WRS and why the contribution rates can change each year. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.

Video
11 minutes
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WRS Effective Rates and Annuity Adjustments

Each year you may see changes to the amount of your retirement payment. We’ll discuss why and how these changes happen. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.

Video
13 minutes
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WRS Retirement Benefit Calculations

Have you requested a retirement estimate? Thinking about it? In this presentation we’ll discuss how we calculate your retirement benefit. Watch this video about the topic on demand 24/7.

Video
2 minutes
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Your Annual Statement of Benefits

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.