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Fund Your Future with DRS

Fund Your Future with DRS

By: Washington State Department of Retirement Systems
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 A large part of planning for the future starts with how you approach your finances today. Explore some of the basics of financial planning, tools for managing your money and ideas for sparking conversations with friends and family. Join Retirement System employees as they tackle the stigma around money and share their personal financial journeys.Copyright 2022 All rights reserved. Economics Personal Development Personal Finance Personal Success Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Ep 77 - The school champion for better retirement planning

    Ep 77 - The school champion for better retirement planning
    Dec 3 2025

    What if one conversation could change your financial future? We talk with Anthony, a Yakima School District leader whose passion for retirement education stems from his family history and years in labor advocacy. He shares how his path from delivery driver to union rep to HR leader shapes his mission to help school employees understand their benefits, start meaningful conversations about saving, and navigate the unique challenges of planning for retirement.
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    24 mins
  • Ep 76 - Sorting out contribution rate changes

    Ep 76 - Sorting out contribution rate changes
    Nov 19 2025

    Every two years, contribution rates for Washington’s retirement plans change and that can raise questions. When a relative asked Amber why employer rates went down, she realized it’s just as important to understand decreases as increases. In this episode, we unpack how these rates are set, why they fluctuate, and how you can feel confident that Washington’s pensions remain a reliable, guaranteed source of income.
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    24 mins
  • Ep 75 - RMDs explained: what to expect when you turn 73

    Ep 75 - RMDs explained: what to expect when you turn 73
    Nov 5 2025

    If you have a DCP or Plan 3 investment account, you're required by the IRS to withdraw a minimum distribution (RMD) from your pretax balance when you reach age 73. We take a look at how the amount you're required to withdraw is calculated. We also look at special cases like inherited accounts and exceptions for those still working.
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    14 mins
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