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Retirement and savings can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help.
Welcome to Pension Fund’s blog. We believe that every person should be healthy — both spiritually and physically (as well as financially). Here, you’ll find news, information and valuable tips about everything from retirement planning to personal finance (whether you’re just starting out or already retired).
If you have served in ministry for any length of time, you probably know the basics of housing allowance. It is a unique tax benefit available to qualified ministers — a portion of your income that can be excluded from taxable income if it is used for housing. But here is something that does not get talked about nearly enough: the housing allowance is not just a tax break for right now. Used thoughtfully, it can be a powerful tool for long-term financial health, especially in retirement.
As one might imagine, we frequently receive calls and emails asking about the specific investments that back our various products. Although account holders don’t own these underlying investments (or experience the associated risk of their price movements), the asset allocation is of interest to members when assessing the potential for annual Good Experience Credits (GECs)...
Email is one of the primary ways the Pension Fund shares important updates, including tax statements, benefit information, and Member Portal enhancements. Learn why emails may not reach you and how to ensure you receive our communications.
Money can stir up guilt, fear, and shame — especially for pastors. This honest reflection invites clergy to name financial shame, understand its impact, and take courageous steps toward healing and wholeness.
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