Dear Rutgers Colleagues:
As part of our ongoing “Planning for the Future” education programming, we are pleased to announce the next series of webinars focused on Social Security and financial wellness. These webinars are intended to provide employees with the tools and education necessary to manage finances and help make the best financial decisions for themselves, their families, and their futures. Webinars are available to all Rutgers employees and are free of charge.
We also want to remind you that our financial investment carriers are also available to meet with you individually, either in person or virtually. Please visit the Financial Carrier Consultations webpage to access contact and scheduling information.
Below is a list of upcoming “Planning for the Future” webinars and links to register.
| Webinar Topics and Registration Links | Short Description |
|---|---|
| Financial Wellness Presented by Voya October 7th, 10 a.m. |
This session, offered by Voya Financial, incorporates the allimportant topics that matter in financial and life goals. While financial wellness may mean different things to different folks, this session will focus on the fundamentals. We will review some best practices around budgeting, establishing emergency funds, understanding and managing debt, and, of course, the importance of saving. In times of market uncertainty, a reminder of the basics can be especially helpful. We'll also touch on valuable resources available to help you on your financial wellness journey. Lastly, we will go over your options in the NJABP in terms of approved vendors and basic 401a/403b information. |
| Set your retirement date: Understand the factors to get you to your goal Presented by TIAA October 9th, 2 p.m. |
Whether you plan to retire today or 30 years from now, it’s never too early—or too late—to design the life you want. Let’s explore the steps to getting you there. |
| Sources of Retirement Income Presented by MetLife October 29th, 12 p.m. |
Common sources of retirement income, including 401(k)s, IRAs (Traditional & Roth), Social Security, Annuities, and other secondary sources of income, are outlined. Also discusses the importance of aligning types of income and expected expenses. |
| Retirement Readiness Presented by Empower (formerly Prudential) November 12th, 10 a.m. |
Prepare for your better tomorrow...TODAY You can help position yourself for a more secure retirement! This presentation is designed to help you get ready for your next chapter and plan for your retirement income needs. Topics include:
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| Understanding Social Security Presented by MetLife November 13th, 2 p.m. |
Provides an overview of Social Security and how it works, including eligibility and Primary Insurance Amount, filing options, the importance of timing, and spousal benefits. Also, it discusses the implications of working after beginning to collect benefits and other considerations that can impact filing decisions. |
| Charting Your Course: A Woman’s Financial Guide Presented by TIAA November 25th, 10 a.m. |
Jump-start your financial journey. We will help you discover how to make your money work for you. |
| Deferred Compensation Presented by Empower (formerly Prudential) December 2nd, 2 p.m. |
This session will discuss deferred compensation and provide information regarding the opportunity to voluntarily shelter a portion of your wages from federal income taxes while saving for retirement. |
| Are you on-track for the retirement you envision? Presented by Corebridge December 3rd , 10 a.m. |
Can I retire when I planned? Am I saving enough to achieve my retirement goals? Am I in danger of outliving or depleting my retirement savings? |
| Voya Cares Presented by Voya December 18th, 12 p.m. |
We could all use a little help planning for the future – and when you have special needs to consider, knowing where to start and what resources are available can be one of the biggest challenges. We’re committed to helping all Americans retire better and making a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities as well as their families and caregivers. Visit Voya Cares to learn more. State of NJ - Department of the Treasury - NJDPB | Alternate Benefit Program |
| ABP Retirement Planning Overview Hosted by UHR October 15th, 12 p.m. December 11th, 10 a.m. |
For members of the ABP retirement system who are contemplating retirement within the next 6 months. |
| PERS/PFRS Retirement Seminars Hosted by the NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits | A variety of webinars for employees enrolled in both PERS and PFRS. Visit the NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits Webinars page to view the options and to register. |
We also encourage you to take advantage of our wellness resources on the UHR Wellness website and access many of the wellness seminars previously offered by visiting the Rutgers Employees First Webinar Series website.
Sincerely,
Vivian Fernández
Senior Vice President for Human Resources