Retirement won’t plan itself.

Wisconsin public school employees can save for their future with an IRA from Member Benefits.

Saving today in an IRA can help increase your retirement savings for tomorrow—and take advantage of tax benefits. We offer both traditional and after-tax (Roth) IRA options.

State or employer pension funds and Social Security may not be enough to fund your retirement. Most individuals will need three or more sources of retirement income to maintain their lifestyle in retirement.

Building a strong foundation of personal savings is a key step in the financial journey.

How will you build your foundation?

*Sources of retirement income for most Wisconsin public school employees. The percentage of salary replaced is tied to how many years one works in state service. The 33%–45% figure assumes 25–33 years of WRS service and depends on individual circumstances.

Why is a WEA Member Benefits IRA right for YOU?

• 20+ high-quality, low-cost investment options, chosen and regularly monitored by a professional investment committee. The lineup of no-load funds include index, actively managed, ESG (environmental, social, and governance), and Target Retirement Funds.
• Low annual administrative costs (0.45%) and an $750 annual fee cap ($600 for WEAC members) regardless of account size.
• Easy to open and manage your account(s) 24/7.
• Multiple, convenient options to fund your account(s).