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INTRO TO RETIREMENT VIDEO

Take the 7-Steps to a Successful Retirement

Though retirement may be years away, you can get the big picture of retirement now. Watch the video or download the chart to learn the 7 easy steps of retirement. We offer you opportunities to be in the know, so you can retire with confidence.

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  1. Create Your Own Retirement Benefit Estimate (RBE) on lacera.com, My LACERA

    Resource: My LACERA
    You can access My LACERA anytime. Create a personalized calculation of your monthly retirement allowance through the Retirement Benefit Estimate calculator. It automatically retrieves your personal data on file.

  2. 3-5 years Prior to Retirement Date: Attend a Pre-Retirement Workshop at LACERA

    Resource: Pre-Retirement Workshop Schedule, Pre-Retirement Guide

  3. Post-Workshop: One-on-One Consultation with Retirement Benefits Specialist at LACERA

    Visit the Public Counter after a pre-retirement workshop or come at a later date.

    Resource: LACERA Public Counter
    300 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
    Hours - 7 AM – 5 PM, Monday - Friday
    1-800-786-6464

  4. 6 Months Prior: Request an Official Retirement Estimate and Election to Retire Form

    Call LACERA or visit the Public Counter.

  5. 2 Months Prior: Visit the Public Counter

    Bring any required documents for submission and final review.
    Resource:
    The Process of Retiring - Tips, Retiree Healthcare

  6. Your Retirement Date Arrives — CONGRATULATIONS!

    Resource: Retired Member

  7. 45-60 Days After Retirement: Receive First Retirement Check

    Resource: Payday Calendar

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