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Repeal of WEP-GPO: What Public Sector Workers Should Know About the Social Security Fairness Act
Repeal of WEP-GPO: What Public Sector Workers Should Know About the Social Security Fairness Act

The Social Security Fairness Act repeals WEP-GPO, boosting retirement benefits for 6.5M public sector workers. Awaiting President Biden's signature. Continue Reading

Date posted12/23/2024


Fourth Quarter 2024: Investment Strategy Update
Fourth Quarter 2024: Investment Strategy Update

Wilshire's Q4 2024 investment update highlights cautious strategies amid signs of weaker growth, inflation, and expensive equity valuations. Favor low volatility and small caps. Continue Reading

Date posted12/18/2024


Public Pension RFP Roundup: Q4 2024
Public Pension RFP Roundup: Q4 2024

Discover the latest public pension RFPs for Q4 2024, including technology assessments, board self-assessments, and actuarial audit services with key deadlines. Continue Reading

Date posted12/18/2024


Safeguarding Pension Funds: Effective Third-Party Risk Management
Safeguarding Pension Funds: Effective Third-Party Risk Management

Safeguard pension funds from third-party risks with effective due diligence, continuous monitoring, and tailored risk management to ensure cybersecurity and compliance. Continue Reading

Date posted12/13/2024


Relying on Private Real Estate's Income Component as a Means of Retirement Security
Relying on Private Real Estate's Income Component as a Means of Retirement Security

Discover how private real estate's stable income and cash-flowing leases enhance retirement security by reducing volatility and providing reliable pension income. Continue Reading

Date posted12/11/2024


Meet Courtney Desautels, NCPERS’ Member Services Coordinator
Meet Courtney Desautels, NCPERS’ Member Services Coordinator

Meet Courtney Desautels, NCPERS' Member Services Coordinator, supporting members with events, membership, and more. Learn about her role and background. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


NCPERS 2024 Year in Review (And What to Watch in 2025)
NCPERS 2024 Year in Review (And What to Watch in 2025)

Discover NCPERS' 2024 milestones: expanded educational events, new virtual networking, awards, benchmarking data, and resources shaping public pension success in 2025. Continue Reading

Date posted12/4/2024


Where Are Washington's Policymakers Headed Next Year?
Where Are Washington's Policymakers Headed Next Year?

Explore Washington’s 2025 policy outlook with insights on tax law, pension plans, and advocacy strategies shaping public retirement systems and first responder benefits. Continue Reading

Date posted12/4/2024


NCPERS Launches Comprehensive SECURE 2.0 Desk Reference for Governmental Plans
NCPERS Launches Comprehensive SECURE 2.0 Desk Reference for Governmental Plans

NCPERS introduces the SECURE 2.0 Desk Reference for Governmental Plans, detailing key retirement law updates, RMD changes, Roth options, and compliance steps. Continue Reading

Date posted12/3/2024


New from NCPERS: Q4
New from NCPERS: Q4

Discover the latest NCPERS updates for public sector pensions, including 2025 events, SECURE 2.0 guidance, webinars, roundtables, and compensation surveys. Renew membership by Dec 31! Continue Reading

Date posted12/2/2024


The High Cost of Lost Labor Stakeholder Trust: What Pensions Can Learn from the AIMCo Board Shakeup
The High Cost of Lost Labor Stakeholder Trust: What Pensions Can Learn from the AIMCo Board Shakeup

Discover the impact of the AIMCo board shakeup on pension management, labor trust, rising costs, and lessons for public sector pension plans. Continue Reading

Date posted11/27/2024


Securing Retirement: Protecting and Growing Pension Fund Assets
Securing Retirement: Protecting and Growing Pension Fund Assets

Secure retirement by protecting and growing pension fund assets with resilient, low-correlation unlisted infrastructure investments for long-term risk-adjusted returns. Continue Reading

Date posted11/25/2024