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Securing Your Future: A Guide to Michigan Public School Retirement Benefits

During this session, participants gained a comprehensive overview of retirement planning through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS), including a clear breakdown of pension structures such as Basic, MIP, and Pension Plus, and how benefits are calculated using years of service, average salary, and multipliers. The webinar also explored important decision points like selecting pension payout options (e.g., Straight Life vs. survivorship), understanding contribution strategies through defined contribution plans and 403(b) savings, and how Social Security factors into overall retirement income. Attendees were guided through real-world scenarios to illustrate the many possible retirement pathways, while also learning about post-retirement considerations such as working after retirement and required application documentation. Overall, the session equipped school leaders with practical knowledge and tools to make informed, confident decisions about their financial future.