Our Books
ABOUT IPPFA
The IPPFA was founded in 1985 as a not-for-profit organization whose mandate was to educate public pension fund trustees. In 2009 the IPPFA became the primary education provider for public pension fund trustees in the state of Illinois. Our members manage over eighteen billion dollars in pension assets.
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IPPFA Retirement Guide
Chicago Police & Fire Retirement Guide
Chicago Park District Retirement Guide
IPPFA Retirement Guide is written for the men and women who serve Illinois as police officers and firefighters under the “downstate” Article 3 and Article 4 pension systems. The book provides both an overview and substantial detail on their well-earned pension benefits.
But there is more to retirement income than just pensions. This guide further explores the benefits available from Social Security, public employee deferred compensation, and retiree healthcare savings under allowable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
Understanding these income sources is key to planning and executing a successful retirement.
The Chicago Police and Fire Retirement Guide is written for the men and women who serve as sworn police and fire professionals in the City of Chicago and are covered by the Illinois Article 5 (police) and Article 6 (fire) pension systems. This book provides both an overview and substantial detail on their well-earned pension benefits.
In addition, the Guide goes further to explore the benefits available from Social Security and public employee deferred compensation. These two other “legs” of retirement income can be important parts of CPD and CFD members’ retirement security.
Understanding these income sources is key to planning and executing a successful retirement.
The Chicago Park District Employee Retirement Guide is written for the men and women who serve as dedicated employees of the Chicago Park District. This book provides both an overview and substantial detail on their well-earned pension benefits.
But there is more to retirement income than just pensions. This guide further explores the benefits available from Social Security and personal savings through public employee deferred compensation.
Understanding these income sources is key to planning and executing a successful retirement after a rewarding career in public service.