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For the information and assistance you need, just click on the following links:
Service Center: Here you'll find TCDRS contact information, plan descriptions,
an explanation of your annual statement, and retirement application forms, as well as other information on your TCDRS membership.
Membership Benefits: Learn more about your TCDRS benefits, from how TCDRS works for you to leaving employment.
Personal Account Access: View your current account balance, years of service and retirement eligibility information.
Forms and Publications: This area includes the most requested TCDRS forms, in addition to online
versions of the Guide to Member Benefits, Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and member newsletters.
Resources: Need retirement guidance? This section lists links to other Web sites that can help
you prepare for the future, and contains a glossary of retirement terms.
Your money is secure with TCDRS
Considering recent economic news and financial market turmoil, we understand why you may be concerned about the security of your retirement account.
Let us assure you, this system is designed to keep your benefits secure, even in trying times. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Your account is credited with interest regardless of market ups and downs.
Members receive 7% interest on their accounts every year, according to state law. Only the Texas Legislature can change that interest rate.
TCDRS' investment return in any single year does not affect your account balance or benefit payment.
- TCDRS has a diversified investment portfolio.
Our diversified portfolio and long-term investment view enable us to weather volatile short-term market conditions. For more information on
TCDRS investments, click here.
- Your account retains its value, no matter what happens in the investment markets.
For members, that means your account will continue to grow and earn 7% compound interest. For retirees, that means you will continue to
receive your benefit payment every month.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call Member Services at 800-823-7782.
We'll be happy to talk to you about your retirement account.
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News
TCDRS Holiday Closings
The TCDRS office will be closed on the following dates:
Good Friday: Friday, Apr. 10, 2009
Memorial Day: Monday, May 25, 2009
Your annual statement is coming
Annual statements will begin mailing in March and TCDRS Member Services will be temporarily extending their call center hours to make it easier for you to get answers to your questions.
"Pension max": A risky proposition for retirees
Insurance companies selling products to "maximize your pension" may actually put your long term security at risk. Check out our article detailing what "pension max" is and what you need to know before considering it.
Changing your account information
In most cases, making changes to your account information requires TCDRS to be notified in writing. To change your beneficiary selection fill out and submit the Beneficiary Designation form (TCDRS-06) or Beneficiary Designation for Survivor Benefit form (TCDRS-24), as applicable. Name changes require a copy of your driver's license or Social Security card reflecting the desired adjustments. To change your address fill out and submit the Change of Address form (TCDRS-72) or call Member Services at 800-823-7782. Remember, all correspondence with TCDRS should include your Social Security number and signature.
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