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Could a single weak password put your TRS benefit and other accounts at risk? Bad actors and cybercriminals target individuals every day. In this episode of Your Retirement in Focus, host Everett Crockett speaks with Tom McMurry, TRS Chief Information Officer, to break down the real-world risks of scams and how they can impact your identity, credit, and your Teachers Retirement System benefit.…
From one educator to another, you’ll hear how the education system can maximize your compensation and make it work for you. Dr. Steve Frandsen, author of “The Millionaire & Me: A Teacher’s Guide to Becoming a Millionaire,” current educator and principal, discusses the secrets of wealth and the teaching profession. He’ll explore the positive aspects of this career path and how to take advantage of…
Join us for a special year-end episode of the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) podcast as we reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026. In this conversation, outgoing Executive Director Dr. L. C. (Buster) Evans and incoming Executive Director Dr. Jason L. Branch share insights on: Key legislative and economic developments impacting TRS How the system performed amid market ups and downs The importance…
In this special episode, we sit down with Chris Hill , former host and executive producer of Motley Fool Money and one of the most recognized voices in investing. Over his 25-year career at The Motley Fool, Chris co-created five shows about money and investing, hosted more than 3,500 episodes, and interviewed some of the biggest names in business and finance—including Malcolm Gladwell, Michael…
Dedication, Reinvention, and Serendipity! TRS retiree and owner of Rose Creek Guitars, Rick Gunn, discusses setting yourself up for success before and embracing new beginnings in retirement. How did the former CFO of Forsyth County School District end up designing and building custom guitars? Find out in this episode! We'll also discuss: Rick Gunn’s career journey and retirement Savings plans such…
“Most money problems are not problems about money.” In part 2 of this dynamic episode, Dale Alexander, CFP, discusses how being rich isn’t about how much money you have. For a deeper understanding of wealth, Dale provides gems of insight on finding joy in your life, investing, the influence of social media, and the benefit of compound interest. He also shares how TRS members can become…
“Play now and pay later OR pay now and play later.” From your first paycheck to your most recent one, Dale Alexander shares wisdom on focusing in on your financial dreams, having “The Talk (About Money)" with your family, and how to treat new money as it enters your life. As an author and motivational speaker, Dale discusses finances through a practical, philosophical, and philanthropic lens. Dale…
Recorded on February 24th, 2025, join us for this Social Security Update. What is the Social Security Fairness Act? How does it impact individuals filing for or currently receiving Social Security benefits? Catch this TRS Talks segment as Cindy Lundquist, Social Security expert, answers these questions and provides a Social Security Fairness Act update, discusses other Social Security topics, and…
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to your retirement! TRS Counseling Team Lead, Monica Castine and TRS New Retirement Operations Manager, Carlos Marshall, will help you understand the process in two time periods: BEFORE and AFTER your retirement application has been submitted. Monica will prepare you with: when to turn in your application the benefit of unused sick leave & other sick…
Join us for a year-end recap with our Executive Director, Dr. L.C. "Buster" Evans, Ed.D., for an insightful conversation as we delve into the highlights and challenges of 2024. Topics discussed include: How TRS achieved the highest return of all state pension systems in the US. Legislative impacts on the system, including proposed and passed bills. Addressing teacher shortages in Georgia . The…
