Category: Retirement

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Countdown to Retirement: Now’s the Time to Start Preparing

February 2026

Planning to retire this summer? Here’s what to do now and where to find the resources you’ll need.

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New IRS Rules for Catch-Up Contributions

November 2025

Age-based catch-up contributions face a tax-status shift for higher-income earners.

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Watch: How VRS Funds Your Monthly Retiree Benefit

August 2025

Learn from Director Trish Bishop how VRS ensures retirement security for its members and beneficiaries.

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Help Your Future Self Today by Reviewing Your Annual Statement

August 2025

Assess your savings progress using your latest Member Benefit Profile in myVRS.

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Starting Small With Your Hybrid Plan Savings? You Can Still Finish Big

August 2025

Learn how to take your first steps toward bigger savings at a pace that works for you.

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Bus Driver Bianca Patterson Beloved by Virginia Beach Kids, Parents

August 2025

Transporting students across the city, sometimes all day and into the night, she’s become a trusted figure in her community.

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Your Turn to Ask

May 2025

What is the PLOP, and will I be eligible for it?

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Buying Back Your Past Service Can Boost Your Future Benefit

May 2025

See what’s eligible and why you should act now.

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Preparing for Life Beyond Work: Expert Tips to Help You Look Ahead

May 2025

Getting ready for retirement takes more than just financial planning — here’s what to consider.