The Blended Retirement System (BRS) combines elements of the legacy retirement system with benefits similar to those offered in many civilian 401 (k) plans. The BRS includes the following...

Under the military’s Blended Retirement System, about 85% of all active-duty and reserve service members will receive a retirement benefit, even if they don’t qualify for full retirement. That’s a big …

The Blended Retirement System (BRS) is a combination of a defined benefit plan, similar to predecessor plans that pay monthly retired pay, plus defined contributions and service matching to the...

Dec 19, 2022 · The military made major changes to its retirement system on Jan. 1, 2018, adding the Blended Retirement System. Let's look at what it means for military members.

Jun 25, 2025 · The Blended Retirement System (BRS) became an option for eligible active service members in 2018 and is the only retirement system for new service members who entered in 2018 or …

Explore the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System (BRS), from eligibility to benefits to resources. Understand how your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) works within the BRS and how to …

Under BRS about 85 percent of service members will receive a government retirement benefit if they serve at least two years, even if they don't qualify for a full retirement. Blended Retirement System …

Feb 18, 2025 · The Blended Retirement System combines elements of the traditional pension system with a defined contribution plan, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). This blend allows service members to …

Apr 2, 2025 · Introduced in 2018, it combines elements of the traditional military pension system with modern retirement features—designed to benefit a broader base of service members, especially …

Blended defined benefit and defined contribution plan. All covered members receive a Government contribution that equals 1% of basic or inactive duty pay to a tax-advantaged retirement account...