Active Members

Active Member Resources

We urge members to save for their retirement beyond what their NYSTRS pension will provide. To help you build a solid foundation for your retirement years, you may want to consult professional financial planning resources, including those listed below. Other links below provide additional valuable information for our active members.

American Savings Education Council — Shares strategies for achieving financial independence.

Certified Financial Planner — Offers a free Financial Planning Resource Kit.

Employee Benefits Security Administration — Provides helpful tools through its Retirement Savings Education Campaign.

MyMoney.gov — The federal government's Web site dedicated to helping Americans understand more about their money — how to save it, invest it, and manage it to meet their personal goals.

New York State Banking Department — Maintains a clearinghouse of financial education information.

New York State United Teachers — Statewide organization representing teachers, higher education faculty and other school-related professionals.

SavingsBonds.com — Helps you learn the value of your U.S. savings bonds and buy bonds on line.

Social Security Administration — Learn more about Social Security benefits.  You can also call SSA at (800) 772-1213.

1040.com — Shows how your pension would be affected if you move outside New York State.