Find out what’s happening in the public pension community and explore the latest industry trends.
Although Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) are often financed on a Pay-As-You-Go (PayGo) basis, an increasing number of public plan sponsors are choosing to prefund these obligations with dedicated trusts, similar to pensions. Continue Reading
This article highlights what pension fund stakeholders can learn about how transitioning retiree healthcare from traditional group plans to the individual marketplace through a defined contribution model strengthens the long- term sustainability of retirement systems. Continue Reading
Although funding an OPEB plan actuarially is not always possible, this article offers strategies to get some money contributed and secured to pay OPEB benefits. Continue Reading
In the face of rising healthcare costs, Retiree Medical Trusts provide an unmatched, tax-advantages solution for saving for medical costs in retirement. Continue Reading
Index funds typically carry the lowest expense ratios in their categories — but like consumer goods, they may impose costs that aren’t apparent from the sticker price alone. Continue Reading
With pension funds frequently debating whether to invest in equities via either active management and separately managed accounts, or passive management and commingled funds, this informative article discusses the drawbacks of Commingled Funds. Continue Reading
NCPERS 2.0 reflects not only how far we've come, but where we're headed. It's built on the same foundation of advocacy, research, and education that has guided us for 85 years, but with modern tools to help you succeed in an increasingly complex environment. Continue Reading
By: Ryan Muller, Legislative Analyst, Williams & Jensen As Congress continues to gather proposals, momentum will continue to grow toward a future SECURE Act 3.0. Amid the scramble to find a solution to the looming expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits at the end of... Continue Reading
NCPERS would like to recognize the 17 public pension trustees and staff who most recently passed the exam to earn the prestigious Accredited Fiduciary (AF) designation. Continue Reading
Subject matter experts (SMEs) are invaluable resources in organizations, known for their deep knowledge and experience in specific areas. Knowing what makes a great SME starts with knowing what they'll be tasked with. Continue Reading
Learn how continuous mortality audits help public pension funds reduce overpayments, improve data accuracy, and maintain compliance by identifying unreported deaths and missing participants. Continue Reading
Transitioning to a new benefits administration software solution is a significant decision, making it crucial to safeguard this major investment by taking steps now to avoid costly mistakes later. Continue Reading
