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When and How Much? | Quick Tips

Watch these short videos to learn more about when you can retire and how much your benefit will be in about 60 seconds or less.

When Can You Retire With PERA’s Defined Benefit Plan?

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Estimating Your Monthly PERA Benefit

How Your PERA Benefit is Calculated

How Your PERA Benefit is Calculated

With the PERA Defined Benefit (DB) Plan, you’ll receive income in retirement that you can’t outlive. The amount you’ll receive each month depends on…

Benefit Basics

Wondering how PERA calculates your retirement benefit? Interested in seeing how contributing to a 401(k) can lead to a nest egg in retirement?
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Learn more about your PERA benefits from the comfort of your own home by participating in a live webinar. You’ll be able to ask questions and hear…
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