Most Texas educators I talk with about TRS-Care ask the same thing: "Can I find something cheaper?" Sometimes you can. But comparing premiums isn't enough
You're past 50, retirement is in sight, and you want to put more away while the paychecks are still coming. That is what catch-up contributions are for, and
You've turned in your retirement paperwork, and then the phone rings. Your old district needs a long-term sub, or an agency wants you back part time. Can you
If you're planning to retire before age 65, you'll need a way to cover health insurance until Medicare begins — and for most early retirees, that means a plan
Educators and administrators enrolled in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) of Texas have an option called the Partial Lump Sum Option (PLSO) upon retirement
If you are a teacher, professor, administrator, or school employee in Texas, retirement planning can feel more complicated than it should. You may have a TRS
What the Rule of 80 Is and Why It Matters
If you're a Texas public school educator, your retirement benefits are managed by the Teacher Retirement System of
Starting January 28, 2026, federal employees with a Traditional TSP balance gained a powerful new tool: the ability to convert pre-tax savings directly to Roth
Early retirement from federal service requires careful financial planning. The federal government's Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a valuable tool for federal
When you inherit an IRA from someone other than your spouse, you face decisions that can shape your tax bill for a decade or more. The SECURE Act and subsequent
The Golden Tax Window: Your Opportunity Between Retirement and Medicare
For public employees who retire before age 65, there's a unique tax planning opportunity
What IRMAA Is and Why Public Retirees Should Care
The Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) is Medicare's way of charging higher-income retirees more
