Category: Savings

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Five Ways Employees Can Build a More Secure Future

September 2023

VRS offers resources and tools to help members learn more about their retirement benefits and savings options.

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How to Boost Retirement Income? Encourage Employees to Save the Raise

July 2023

Many employees will see a bump in pay this summer. Saving part of their raises now can mean having more cash in retirement.

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Fast Facts About Hybrid Plan Auto-Escalation

February 2023

While auto-escalation is built into the Hybrid Retirement Plan, members who took active control save more over time.

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Financial Confidence Improves Employee Productivity

February 2023

Financial stress affects employee productivity. This America Saves Week help build employees’ financial confidence.

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Hybrid Plan Auto-Escalation Contribution Reporting Tips

January 2023

Hybrid Retirement Plan auto-escalation went into effect January 1, boosting members’ voluntary contributions by 0.5%, except fo...

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Employees Can Build a Healthy Future w/Tools From myVRS Financial Wellness

May 2022

VRS members can get the money know-how they need using myVRS Financial Wellness. Our nationally recognized online program offers..

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Three Tips to Introduce VRS Benefits to New Employees

March 2022

There is a lot to cover with new employees, especially when it comes to explaining their VRS benefits. Here are three tips to...

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America Saves Week: Promote VRS Savings Options and Resources

February 2022

We’re now two years into a global pandemic that has dealt savings setbacks to many workers and families. 2022 is the year – and...