Learn More About UC s Voluntary Retirement Plans, Financial Wellness Resources

America Saves Week (Feb. 26 – March 3) is an annual opportunity for individuals to assess their savings and take financial action. In addition to saving for retirement via the state retirement systems (OPERS, STRS, ARP), we encourage employees to consider saving additional dollars through UC’s voluntary retirement savings plans — the 403(b) or 457. Both plans provide the opportunity to save pre-tax dollars reducing your federal and state taxes as well as building your retirement nest egg. Learn more about

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Join Be Well UC and the Benefits team on Feb. 22 for the second annual Invest in Yourself event which features speakers who will address retirement plan savings and investment, credit and debt management as well as eldercare services. Learn more about

Invest in Yourself

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