by OPERS | Oct 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
Retirement is an elusive idea and means something different to everyone. When it comes to retirement planning, what is the word most associated with being prepared for retirement? Most people would say saving and, for the most part, they would be correct. During...
by OPERS | Aug 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Regardless of your stage in life, one of the fundamental building blocks of a solid financial plan is emergency savings.According to a 2014 Bankrate survey of 1,000 U.S. adults, 60 percent of Americans could not afford to pay for most unexpected expenses. Without an...
by OPERS | Jun 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
The 2.5% Step-Up Program allows members to increase their retirement benefits by paying an additional member contribution each pay period. Currently, that additional contribution is 2.91% of your compensation and is subject to change.The additional Step-Up...
by OPERS | Jun 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Stress is a normal psychological and physical reaction to the demands of life. EFFECTS OF STRESS… …on your body • Headache • Back pain • Chest pain • Heart disease • Heart palpitations • High blood pressure • Decreased immunity • Stomach upset • Sleep problems...
by OPERS | May 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
According to the Employee Benefit Research Institute, nearly 82% of baby boomers (ages 55-64) are carrying significant debt loads. What does this mean for your retirement? Quite simply, the dollars going toward debt are not going toward your retirement security.Why...
