IPPFA 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.