Pensions 101: Golden Goose or Risky Retirement Account?

BiggerPockets MoneyDec 20, 20211h 11m2.4K viewsScore 75
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intermediate
pension safety
defined benefit pension
lump sum vs annuity
cost of living adjustment
pension payout options
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Summary

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This episode breaks down the complexities of pension plans, exploring their benefits, risks, and how to evaluate if a pension is truly worth it for your retirement. Learn how to assess pension safety, understand payout options like lump sums versus annuities, and consider factors like healthcare and cost-of-living adjustments.

Key insights

  • Pensions with a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) are more valuable because they adjust upwards based on inflation.

Tools & resources

  • Public Pension Databasewebsite

    The Public Pension Database (PPD) run by Boston College contains information on most state and local government-run pension systems in the U.S.

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