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Retired

Various topics for our retired members.

Retirement is golden. Learn how to change your address, download tax forms and more so you can relax and enjoy your retirement. 

Upcoming events

  • Apr 21

    Your Retirement Options - Online

    Overview of TRSL members, the benefit formula, retirement eligibility, types of retirement, retirement options, and sick leave.

  • Jun 26

    Legislative Updates - Online

    A brief presentation about the legislative updates from the 2025 session.

    This webinar is also open to TRSL employers.

  • No events are planned at this time for your career stage.

    Please browse our on demand options and check back soon.

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    Understanding Member Access

    Learn everything you need to know about Member Access! Watch this video for a comprehensive rundown on what Member Access is, how to register/log in, how to view your employment history, and more.

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    Leave Credit - Did You Know?

    A brief presentation covering leave credit and TRSL retirement - sick leave and annual leave, including examples.

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    Discover the Magic of Retirement at Our Workshops

    If you haven’t joined us yet for a workshop, you’re missing out! We share lots of valuable information, answer questions and even tell a few jokes. Best of all, we make it easy for you to join us by offering both in-person and virtual events. Just visit our website at www.trsl.org to find an event that’s perfect for you. 00:46 One-on-One Phone Counseling 01:14 Group Setting Workshops 01:33 Member Webinars 01:52 "Planning for Your Retirement" Workshop 02:30 Questions about a Workshop?

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    Planning for Your Retirement - 2024

    *Agenda:* - Types of TRSL retirement plans - How your retirement is funded - Retirement eligibility - TRSL estimates - How your benefit is calculated - Purchases and transfers of service credit - Retirement options - Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) - Initial Lump-Sum Benefit (ILSB) - Other TRSL benefits - Leave credit

    No events are planned at this time for your career stage.

    Please browse our on demand options and check back soon.

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    2023 Legislative Updates

    TRSL presentation covering all bills and legislation affecting TRSL in the 2023 legislative session

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    2022 Legislative Updates

    A short presentation covering all bills and legislation affecting TRSL in the 2022 legislative session. A question and answer period will be provided at the end of the webinar.

    Missed a webinar?

    Please browse our on demand options.

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    Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) FAQs

    Eligible ORP participants can make an irrevocable election to leave the ORP in order to join TRSL’s defined benefit plan. With this election, the participant will join the pension system as a brand-new member in the 2015 Plan.

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    DROP & Beyond - 2024

    PDF of the presentation slides: https://ow.ly/EqVL50SqlvB PDF of the SSA handouts: https://ow.ly/UVqu50SqlvA

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    Understanding DROP

    Learn about the definition of DROP, the DROP window, eligibility requirements, what happens while in DROP, and more!

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    Understanding ILSB

    A brief presentation covering the definition of Initial Lump Sum Benefit (ILSB), eligibility requirements, how to apply, ILSB examples, a comparison of ILSB vs. DROP and questions to ponder.

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    Is DROP Right for Me?

    Here are three factors to consider before going into DROP.

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    Leave Credit Did You Know?

    Did you know that your unused sick leave and annual leave could impact your TRSL retirement? In this short video, we'll give you a quick overview of how leave credit is calculated and what it means for your retirement benefits. Watch to learn how your accrued leave could make a difference when it's time to retire. For more details visitwww.trsl.org.

    Missed a webinar?

    Please browse our on demand options.

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    1099-Rs for TRSL Retirees

    A brief overview of 1099-R Forms for TRSL Retirees.

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    Retirement Ready

    This webinar is designed for members within five years of retirement. *Topics:* * Types of TRSL retirement plans * How your retirement is funded & calculated * Retirement eligibility & options * Purchases & transfers of service credit * Leave credit * Types of retirement offered * The retirement application process * Tax liabilities * Community property * TRSL & Social Security

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    Direct Deposit Forms

    The safest and most convenient way to get your monthly TRSL benefit is through DIRECT DEPOSIT. It’s easy to set up, too. Check out this helpful video!

    Missed a webinar?

    Please browse our on demand options.

    Understanding Member Access video thumbnail

    Understanding Member Access

    Learn everything you need to know about Member Access! Watch this video for a comprehensive rundown on what Member Access is, how to register/log in, how to view your employment history, and more.

    Leave Credit - Did You Know? video thumbnail

    Leave Credit - Did You Know?

    A brief presentation covering leave credit and TRSL retirement - sick leave and annual leave, including examples.

    Discover the Magic of Retirement at Our Workshops video thumbnail

    Discover the Magic of Retirement at Our Workshops

    If you haven’t joined us yet for a workshop, you’re missing out! We share lots of valuable information, answer questions and even tell a few jokes. Best of all, we make it easy for you to join us by offering both in-person and virtual events. Just visit our website at www.trsl.org to find an event that’s perfect for you. 00:46 One-on-One Phone Counseling 01:14 Group Setting Workshops 01:33 Member Webinars 01:52 "Planning for Your Retirement" Workshop 02:30 Questions about a Workshop?

    Planning for Your Retirement - 2024 video thumbnail

    Planning for Your Retirement - 2024

    *Agenda:* - Types of TRSL retirement plans - How your retirement is funded - Retirement eligibility - TRSL estimates - How your benefit is calculated - Purchases and transfers of service credit - Retirement options - Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) - Initial Lump-Sum Benefit (ILSB) - Other TRSL benefits - Leave credit