There are two ways to contribute to Washington’s Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). You can choose to invest a set dollar amount every month, or you can opt to invest a percentage of your gross pay. DCP is a savings program, that helps you invest for the retirement lifestyle you want to achieve. One way to…
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7 podcast episodes to get you ready to retire
One of the biggest challenges of prepping for retirement is understanding all the different pieces — like choosing the right health care, understanding the jargon and getting a clear picture of your finances. Since retirement looks different for everyone, it’s important to take the time to figure out what’ll work best for you. Luckily, our…
Stay on track with an online retirement check up
Can you live comfortably in retirement? If you don’t know the answer, there’s an easy way to check. From this website you can log in to your online account and use the retirement benefit estimator tool. While you’re employed, you can use your online account to take the following actions: Don’t forget to check your…
Plan 3 transfer window open in Jan.
Each January, active members who joined Plan 2 before a certain date have the option to transfer to Plan 3. Plan 3 has two parts: a pension account and an investment account. Your employer pays into your pension fund, while your contributions go into an investment account that you control. Plan 3 rules allow you…
