Pennsylvania State Employees' Retirement System

09/15/2026

For many Americans, can feel out of reach financially. Headlines often suggest you need millions of dollars to live comfortably once you retire. But that’s not always the case. For many, the key isn’t replacing your entire paycheck — it’s understanding how your spending changes once you retire. More:

09/14/2026

A spousal IRA can be an excellent way for stay-at-home parents, homemakers, and other spouses without their own taxable compensation to prepare for without having to rely solely on their spouse’s retirement accounts. Here’s how it works:

A spousal IRA allows a working spouse to contribute to an IRA on behalf of a spouse who has little or no earned income, as long as they file a joint tax return

09/11/2026

In the 4 years since the launch of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, the nationwide service for mental health and substance misuse crisis support, Americans have accessed the service over 26 million times. But a recent poll found 31% of older adults aren’t aware of any crisis line, and 69% never heard of 988. More:

Many people over 50 aren't aware of the 988 mental health crisis line, though some are aware of other crisis lines, suggesting an opportunity to increase awareness and use.

09/11/2026

09/10/2026

Understanding how a Health Savings Account (HSA) works is key to financial planning. HSAs are tax-advantaged accounts that let you set aside pre-tax money to pay for qualified medical expenses. Here’s what you should know about them and how they work: https://bit.ly/4wm00xp

09/09/2026

Family caregiving for adults 50+ has grown in prevalence and complexity. In 2025, nearly 1 in 5 American adults provided care to adults age 50+, a significant increase over the last decade. A new report looks at the impact on families and society. https://bit.ly/4vmpIAh

09/08/2026

Ever wonder how you stack up against other people financially? Especially people your own age? Comparing net worth is a good start. Net worth reflects total assets minus liabilities, from savings accounts to mortgages. Here’s how it changes across decades. https://bit.ly/4wepKLW

09/07/2026

SERS members have reported a growing number of unsolicited offers from businesses and financial planners to help them understand how their state benefits fit into their retirement planning. Unless an email comes from SERS or Empower, be very wary. Often, these are attempts by outside firms to sell you a product you may not need. What you should know: https://bit.ly/3Xwe73a