Welcome Employees To Your 403(b) Website
Use this Educational Portal to learn about your Employer Sponsored 403(b) Plan, how it benefits you, the steps to create your own personal retirement 403(b) account and where to get information and guidance.
First, Why is Important for You to Plan for Your Retirement?
According to the National Institute on Retirement Security
- 80% of average working household have saved less than 1x their annual salary
- Only 60% of employees have saved for retirement outside of their pension
- People are living longer and expenses are increasing.
- Using the right tax strategies today can increase savings & even produce tax free income tomorrow
What can you do now to retire with the income you need?
- Understand Your State Pension Benefits
- Calculate & Know Your Projected Retirement Income, including Social Security
- Begin a Savings Program; 403(b), ROTH 403(b), IRA or ROTH IRA Account
- Become Educated About Your Own Money
How can I start a 403(b) Account?
Contact your 403(b) Plan's consultant using the link below. They will be able to answer all your questions so you can make the right choices that serves you the best.
How does a 403(b) Account Work?
- Employees who are eligible may participate in the Employer's Plan
- You select an available Investment Provider, then open your account
- Once opened, complete an SRA form and deliver to Payroll who proceses your monthly contribution
- Payroll will deduct that contribution amount and remit it into your Investment Provider
- The Investment Provider adds it to your 403(b) account
Are There Fees and Expenses?
- Depending on the Investment Provider you choose, costs and fees may be charged; These fees are disclosed by each Investment Provider
- Surrender fees may be charged for early account access, as disclosed by each Investment Provider
Are There IRS Rules About These Accounts?
- Tax advantaged accounts are subject to access rules and your 403b Plan's rules
- Make sure you are aware of these rules and the IRS penalties that can be imposed for distributions prior to age 59 1/2
What is a TPA and how do they work for you?
- TPA stands for Third Party Administrator
- They administer the 403b Plan for your Employer, provide Plan information and approve your account transactions
- Salary Reduction Agreements, Transaction Approval, Plan Information, Retirement Resources and Savings Calculators are available through a website, 24/7.
- Your TPA's Name is 403b Partners.
How $200 a Month = $100,000 in 20 Years
Money saved now can create the retirement nest egg you need in the future.
(example)
- $200/Month
- Over 20 Years
- Assuming a 6.66% annual return with all proceeds reinvested *
- Creates a Value of $100,000
*This is an assumed rate of return for the purpose of this calculation. Actual performance will vary according to the underlying investments. Investment results are not guaranteed and past performance is no guarantee of future results.
Tax Free Income Too!
Ask how a ROTH 403b can create Tax Free Income in your retirement.