Virtual Event
Blended Retirement System and Survivor Benefit Plan Basics
October 13 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
Virtual Event
Free
About This Webinar
This webinar examines key decision points in military retirement planning, including an overview of the Blended Retirement System (BRS) and the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), and equips service providers to guide informed, client-centered conversations. Participants will explore continuation pay, lump sum elections, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participation, and resources for military financial service providers to enhance client counseling and education.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the structure, eligibility, and key decision points within the Blended Retirement System (BRS) and the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP).
- Interpret how BRS-related decisions (e.g., continuation pay, lump sum options, TSP contributions) affect retirement income streams and survivor benefits.
- Differentiate SBP from other tools, including life insurance.
- Develop a strategy to incorporate BRS and SBP decision-support resources into routine client counseling and education practices.
Presenter
Mr. Ronald T. Garner
Assistant Director of Military Compensation and Financial Readiness, Lead for Retired and Annuitant Pay Policy
Continuing Education (CE) Credit
- Accredited Financial Counselors (AFC): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) units by the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education (AFCPE). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close October 13, 2029.
- Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close October 13, 2028.
- Certified Personal and Family Finance Educator (CPFFE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close October 13, 2028.
- Certified Personal Finance Counselors (CPFC): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from The Center for Financial Certifications (FinCert.org). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close October 13, 2029.
- Certified Family Life Educators (CFLE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close October 13, 2029.
- OneOp Certificates of Attendance are available for those interested in additional documentation of professional development activities.
Event Materials
Webinar slides and resources will be added the day prior to the live session.
Photo Credit: Photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandre Montes/dvids
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