BRS Continuation Pay: The Bonus Most People Miss

Extra pay at 12 years under the Blended Retirement System

Under BRS, you may be eligible for continuation pay — a mid-career bonus designed to encourage retention.

What is Continuation Pay?

A one-time bonus at 12 years of service:

• Active duty: 2.5-13x monthly base pay
• Reserves: 0.5-6x monthly base pay

Eligibility

• Must be in BRS
• Must have completed 8 but not more than 12 years
• Must commit to additional service (typically 3-4 years)

How to Accept

1. Log into myPay during your eligibility window
2. Select continuation pay option
3. Sign service commitment

Tax Implications

Continuation pay is taxable in the year received. Consider:

• TSP contribution to reduce taxable income
• Timing with other income

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