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September 17–23, 2017, has been designated Child Passenger Safety Week. The basics of child passenger safety—seat selection, direction (orientation), location, installation, and harnessing—are more important than ever.
Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about our credit score. But a low score can negatively impact your finances and have a big effect on the choices you may be able to make in your day-to-day life. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to improve your score.
Fourteen exceptional works of art from Wisconsin public school students are now hanging in the lobby of our Madison office and will be on display until next summer. This is the second batch of student art we've received and it's just as exciting as the first!
Seminar invites and ads targeted at seniors should be scrutinized for “red flag” language that SEC investigators say is meant to lure you in. Because seniors are a growing segment of investors, financial services firms are increasingly focusing their marketing and sales of investment products to investors in or nearing retirement. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Do you know someone who takes the time to give financial encouragement,
advice, and guidance to his or her colleagues? Give that person some
well-deserved recognition.
Visit
weabenefits.com/mentor.
You may be vigilant about keeping your own identity and that of your adult partner or spouse safe. But have you thought about how to protect your child’s identity?
Don’t forget to review your beneficiary designations when you have major life changes.
Strengthen
your financial knowledge and learn to build and protect your assets by
becoming fiscally fit with Member Benefits. We have a variety of
articles, calculators, how-to-tips, financial seminars, personal
consultations, and more.
Some of the discounts available include WEAC member discount, smoke alarm, fire alarm, renovation, and a discount if you have an auto policy with WEA Trust Member Benefits.
This is a discount available for homes over 50 years old, and the home has been updated in the last 20 years for plumbing, heating, electrical, and roof.
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Other structure coverage also includes coverage for fences, dog kennels, swing sets, above ground pools, hot tubs, gazebos, driveways, and sidewalks. We automatically give 10% of your dwelling coverage amount. However, this coverage may be increased for an additional premium.
If any of your personal assets are lost or stolen while away from home, our policy pays up to 100% of your personal property limit. We pay up to 10% of your personal property limit for a student away at
Yes, we cannot insure your home if you have either a Rotteweiler, Pit Bull, Doberman, or Chow and it resides on your premises.
Joanna has been teaching for 20 years—15 of those for the School District of
South Milwaukee. She shares her story about her experience with us and why Wisconsin public school employees put their trust in Member Benefits.
We offer guaranteed replacement cost for all homes that are less than 50 years old.
Do you have a colleague who has helped you or others with good advice on financial planning and saving for retirement? Nominate them today for the Financial Mentor Award!
Looking to improve your financial position this year? You may have untapped benefits that can help you get the job done.
The Wisconsin Retirement System pension is an important source of
retirement income for most state of Wisconsin employees, including
Wisconsin public school employees. How much do you know about this
benefit?
Our free eBook includes 20 frequently asked questions you should know. Download your copy today.
You’ve probably spent quite a bit of time over the years saving for your
retirement and planning out what you’ll do. But have you made a plan
for your assets after you’re unable to manage them?
Many Wisconsin public school employees attribute their participation
in our retirement and insurance programs to someone who shared their
experience and encouraged them to take action. Now is a good time to pay it forward by mentoring a colleague. You don't
have to be an expert, just someone who's passionate about
helping people learn—educators helping educators.
When you think of student loan debt, do you think of retirees? It may come as a surprise, but the number of people age 60 and older with student loan debt quadrupled—to more than 2.8 million—in the past decade. Unfortunately, many of these older borrowers are retired and struggling to make payments. Learn more about these loans and options for relief.
Spring is here, summer is on its way, and with the changing seasons
comes the increasing chance of severe weather. Perhaps you’ve had
contractors knocking at your door after a big hailstorm asking to view
the damage to your roof or siding. While you may have found legitimate
help this way, be aware there are many individuals who try to take
advantage of damaging weather by trying to commit fraud against you as
well as insurance companies.
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Breaking into your second act. Don’t miss the windows for Medicare and Medigap enrollment. It’ll cost you.
Meet our Member Benefits Consultants! Continued from
Breaking into your second act.
We found a partner as committed to helping Wisconsin public school
employees become financially secure as we are: Educators Credit Union. The many similarities between our organizations—how we were created, who
we serve, how we do business—are the basis of this relationship and why
we believe it’s good for members. Learn the top five reasons why this partnership benefits you.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. As more drivers take their cell phones into their vehicles, distracted driving continues to grow as a traffic safety issue. Learn more about the dangers and pick up some helpful tips to reduce your risk.
This year, April 17-21, 2017 is Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness
Week in Wisconsin. A mock tornado watch and mock tornado warnings will be issued on Thursday, April 20.
Daylight saving time begins this
Sunday...so spring is just around the corner, right? The time change is a good reminder to
take care of some tasks that can protect the ones you love and help keep
your finances on track. We share a few things to consider.
Jill went up the hill to fetch an early retirement. But Jack started later, so the cost was much greater and he saved all the way 'til the end. Take a lesson from Jack and Jill and learn more about the power of compounding interest or the time value of money.
So...you want to start making more informed decisions about your
finances. Congratulations! That's a great first step. But where to
start? Fortunately, Member Benefits has some excellent online tools and
resources to help you become a more savvy saver and spender.
Having a budget is a key component of any financial plan. It requires an investment of
time up front and requires you to face the good and the bad of your
financial situation. But the pay off and benefits are long lasting.
January has been designated National Radon Action Month by the Environmental Protection Agency to educate the public about the dangers of radon. Learn more about why you should be concerned, what you can do to reduce your risk, and where to get more information.
Well before they start school, children develop attitudes that can influence a lifetime of financial behavior. Talking to your children about money can help them build a sense of financial awareness and financial responsibility.
There's a good reason January is Financial Wellness Month. With the new year still fresh with our good intentions, it's a great time to set some personal financial goals for the year. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.
Why not open up a 529 college savings account on a child's behalf for a meaningful holiday gift? A 529 is a tax-advantaged savings plan
offered by a state that makes it easier to save for college or other
post-secondary education. Wisconsin’s plan is called Edvest.
According to an October 2016 Gallup poll, Americans expect to spend $785 on average for the Christmas holiday. While
this may be a positive sign for retailers, it could become a pain in
your budget that you’ll feel long after the season is over. Take a few tips
from us to stay out of spending trouble and enjoy your holidays more.
Start saving something...now! Saving even a small amount each month is better than nothing. And, starting early gives you a longer timeline to reap the benefits of compounding.
If you’re a recent grad or young educator
(or you know someone who is), you may be feeling overwhelmed by new
responsibilities and financial obligations. The good news: Member
Benefits can help you lessen your anxiety and gain more financial
confidence.
Take advantage of our new online resource.
Member Benefits was pleased to award four Wisconsin educators
scholarships to attend the National Institute of Financial and Economic
Literacy (NIFEL) Summer Institute financial literacy courses.
In our article, “
Personal finance lessons: 4 insights for new educators,” new teacher Molly Walsh Anderson shared important financial lessons she’s learned in part from playing Member Benefits’
Don’t Be Jack interactive board game. It’s a great way to learn about financial issues that impact Wisconsin public school employees.
Have you moved recently or are you planning on moving over the summer? Make sure your electronic contributions
to your WEAC IRA and/or personal insurance continue without interruption
by notifying us if you have changed where you bank or if your account
information has changed.
Likewise, if you have moved, please contact us with your new address to ensure timely delivery of important information.
If you recently moved or have plans to move this fall, please let us know your new address. Don't worry, it's fast and easy to do.
Get the details on deadlines for 403(b) and IRA exchanges/transfers/rollovers, postdated checks, and year-end withdrawal deadlines.
Our 2016 Mentor Award winners have been recommended by their peers as
champions of education who take the time to mentor their colleagues on
good financial planning and saving for retirement. The nominators were
passionate in their praise of this year’s winners. Read what they had to say about these exceptional financial advocates.
Before you know it, the holidays will be here with all of those to-do
list items taking your time and attention. So October can be a great
time to review your finances before things get busy so you can start the
new year in good shape. Here are a few things to check off your
financial task list.
Come and view some of the great the talent we have in our Wisconsin public school students! We have the perfect wall in our reception area to showcase student art. So, we sent out a request to art teachers to have students submit their artwork for a contest. They more than answered the call!
Do you know someone who takes the time to give financial encouragement,
advice, and guidance to his or her colleagues? Chances are there is
someone in your district who goes the extra mile to help others build
financial security. Why not show that person some appreciation?
If you recently moved or have plans to move this summer, please let us know your new address. It's quick and easy to make the change.
Do you know someone who takes the time to give financial encouragement,
advice, and guidance to his or her colleagues? Give that person some
well-deserved recognition.