The recent volatility in the financial markets is enough to make most people nervous. Should you stop investing or go all in? Fortunately, Fidelity & TIAA, Illinois Tech’s 403(b) Retirement Plan vendors, have resources available to you to help you navigate this challenging landscape. TIAA has information and considerations here, including an option to schedule a time to meet with a financial professional. Fidelity also has some considerations listed here.
When it comes to more general financial wellness offerings, both vendors are offering a series of financial workshops and webinars this month (Fidelity even has their schedule published through June). There are topics in many different areas of financial wellness including:
- Tax Planning Opportunities
- A Woman’s Guide to Building a Financial Plan – those who do not identify with being female may also attend
- Maximize your Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Investing for Beginners
- Security and Your Money
- Prepare for the Reality of Healthcare in Retirement
- Learn the Basics of When and How to Claim Social Security
Click here to learn more about the April – June Fidelity workshops, including access to new playlists geared toward those new to investing and those who are interested in retiring. Click here to learn about TIAA webinars.
Questions regarding the Illinois Tech Retirement Plan can be directed to Human Resources at x73318 or hr@iit.edu.