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Educators Retirement Service is a retirement planning firm that works with educators. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
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Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.
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Learn about key investment principles that will help you navigate the unpredictability of the financial markets.
Making Sense Of A Home Warranty
Understanding the value of a home warranty.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
What Is a Roth 401(k)?
Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.
When Heirs are Imperfect
The money problems or bad lifestyle habits of adult children could lead to the squandering of any inheritance they receive.
Separating the Signal From the Noise
A good professional provides important guidance and insight through the years.
Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?
For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.
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Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
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Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.
The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.