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Learn about the FRS pension options explained to help you choose the plan that fits your retirement goals and your family’s financial needs.
Understanding Your Pension Options: Choosing the Right Plan for Your Needs

Understanding Your Pension Options: Choosing the Right Plan for Your Needs

As Florida Retirement System (FRS) members prepare for retirement—whether through the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) or a traditional retirement path—one of

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Learn what makes BENCOR a top choice for managing DROP rollovers in Florida, from personalized planning to deep program knowledge.
Why Is BENCOR the Largest Recipient of DROP Rollovers in Florida?

Why Is BENCOR the Largest Recipient of DROP Rollovers in Florida?

Florida Retirement System (FRS) participants nearing the end of their Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) face a pivotal decision: what to do

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Learn about the financial decisions before exiting DROP to help you manage your payout, retirement income, and future financial plans.
Key Financial Decisions to Consider Before Exiting DROP

Key Financial Decisions to Consider Before Exiting DROP

Exiting the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) marks a major transition for Florida Retirement System (FRS) participants. After years of building retirement

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Discover how retirement planning for couples in DROP can strengthen communication, financial clarity, and long-term retirement success.
Retirement Planning for Couples: Aligning Goals During DROP Participation

Retirement Planning for Couples: Aligning Goals During DROP Participation

Retirement planning becomes even more meaningful—and more complex—when two people are planning for the future together. For those enrolled in the Deferred

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Face retirement planning challenges for women head-on and learn strategies to strengthen your financial future. Read more now!
Unique Retirement Planning Challenges for Women: Social Security Benefits and Marital Status

Unique Retirement Planning Challenges for Women: Social Security Benefits and Marital Status

Retirement planning can be complex for anyone, but women often encounter additional hurdles that require thoughtful attention. From longer life expectancy and

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Learn how BENCOR DROP Support helps with customizing DROP strategy to fit your financial goals, retirement income needs, and legacy plans.
How BENCOR DROP Support Helps Participants Customize Their DROP Strategy

How BENCOR DROP Support Helps Participants Customize Their DROP Strategy

The Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) gives Florida Retirement System (FRS) participants the opportunity to begin collecting retirement benefits while continuing to

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DROP Plan Participants: Learn how investment strategies for DROP funds can support your financial future and retirement plans.
Enhancing Your DROP Benefits: Investment Strategies for Long-Term Growth

Enhancing Your DROP Benefits: Investment Strategies for Long-Term Growth

Your Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) account is more than just a savings vehicle—it represents years of service and a key resource

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Learn strategies for building a meaningful retirement lifestyle and creating fulfilling routines that enrich your life after retirement.
Redefining Retirement: Building a Meaningful and Active Lifestyle Beyond Work

Redefining Retirement: Building a Meaningful and Active Lifestyle Beyond Work

Retirement may mark the end of your full-time career, but for many Florida Retirement System (FRS) participants, it also opens the door

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Discover key strategies for retirement planning after DROP to support retirement income, investments, and estate and legacy planning goals.
DROP and Beyond: retirement planning for a Secure Retirement

DROP and Beyond: retirement planning for a Secure Retirement

Participating in the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) is an important step for Florida Retirement System (FRS) members, offering a structured transition

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Learn how to make informed financial decisions after exiting DROP to align your payout, pension, and savings with your long-term retirement goals.
What to Do When Exiting DROP: Key Financial Decisions

What to Do When Exiting DROP: Key Financial Decisions

Exiting the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) is a major milestone for Florida Retirement System (FRS) members—and it brings with it a

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Exiting DROP early may be right for some FRS members—be sure to evaluate the pros and cons with BENCOR DROP Support before making a decision.
Exiting DROP Early: Is It Right for You?

Exiting DROP Early: Is It Right for You?

For members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) participating in the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP), the decision of when to exit the program carries lasting

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Learn about the potential advantages of transferring your DROP plan, including rollover flexibility, tax considerations, and personalized planning options.
The Advantages of Transferring Your DROP Plan to BENCOR

The Advantages of Transferring Your DROP Plan to BENCOR

As your DROP participation period comes to an end, one of the most important financial decisions you’ll face is what to do

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The Importance of Designating Beneficiaries

When life gets hectic and your to-do list seems endless, it can be easy to let financial planning details slip through the cracks. However, updates to your designated beneficiaries on 401(k) plans, IRA accounts, and other retirement assets is vitally important.

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What to Consider in Your Charitable Giving Plan

Congratulations! You’ve decided to give to a charitable organization. Charitable giving is a wonderful way to help further causes you are passionate about and feel good while doing it.

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Managing Inflation

Managing Inflation in Retirement

You may have noticed that the things you buy regularly have become more costly, and you may be pondering if inflation will stay high. For individuals close to retirement or already retired, it is essential to take measures to protect themselves from the eroding effects of inflation.

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BencorDROP Support - Making the Transition to Retired Lif

Making the Transition to Retired Life

After all your years of hard work and disciplined saving, you’ve made it to retirement – congratulations! Now, the challenge becomes tackling common retirement transition concerns so that you can live out the ideal retirement you’ve dreamed of.

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The Fundamentals of Estate Planning

Estate planning can be an emotional process. After all, it’s difficult to think about things like who will raise your children, or which loved one will best manage your financial assets. Estate planning is necessary, however, because without a will, your estate may end up in court. This means it could be divvied up based on a judge’s ruling, rather than on your personal wishes.

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Addressing Market Volatility in Today's World

Planning for retirement is never a “set it and forget it” task. There are unexpected disasters, market drops, and changing laws that could cause retirees to reevaluate their financial situation. Ultimately, there’s no way to predict everything that will cause market downturns. However, you can prepare yourself for one by having a solid financial strategy in place.

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A Teacher's Lesson Plan to Retirement

A Teacher's Lesson Plan for Retirement

Teacher’s Retirement Prep: BENCOR guides you through FRS, DROP, Social Security strategies, and more. Let’s plan your retirement lessons!

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We’re Rebranding!

U.S. BENCOR MidAmerica is becoming Daybright Financial—part of a unified rebrand of our parent company, Daybright Financial, formerly U.S. Retirement & Benefits Partners, and all its firms. While our name is changing, there are no changes to how you contact us or access your account. You’ll continue working with the same team, committed to helping you reach your retirement goals. To learn more, visit Daybright.com.

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We're thrilled to provide Florida educators with an enhanced online experience for all your retirement needs. Explore our updated resources, connect with our specialists, and make the most of your retirement journey.

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