Retirement Planning
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Let NetBenefits help you get on track for retirement
Are you on track for retirement? Do you need assistance planning for the future? Fidelity NetBenefits can help. Read MoreMar 4, 2016
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Learn how small changes can make a big difference: Celebrate America Saves Week with Fidelity
America Saves Week is Feb. 22-27. Fidelity, our retirement administrative services provider, wants to help you meet your objective. Read MoreFeb 17, 2016
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Take advantage of Fidelity’s guidance consulting service at no cost
As a Vanderbilt employee, you can take advantage of Fidelity’s guidance consulting service at no cost, even if you aren’t currently participating in the retirement plan. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Fidelity offers different account management options to meet your needs
If you are enrolled in Vanderbilt’s retirement plan, you may receive an email or postcard from Fidelity reminding you of the different resources available to manage your account. Read MoreJul 31, 2015
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Get empowered about finances and retirement planning June 11
Learn tips and strategies for savvy retirement planning, and get information on how to calculate the savings you will need for retirement. Read MoreJun 2, 2015
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Learn more about retirement plan balance transfers
Vanderbilt’s retirement plan transition is nearly complete. Soon you’ll also be able to view your transferred balance and adjust those investments, too. Read MoreApr 17, 2015
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Make retirement plan contribution changes beginning this week
Beginning this week, you may begin making changes to contribution percentages and types and continue to make investment elections for future contributions online using NetBenefits or by calling the Fidelity Retirement Service Center. Read MoreApr 10, 2015
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New retirement plan structure offers best-in-class funds independent of administrative services provider
Fidelity provides administrative services for the plan, including best-in-class mutual funds managed by multiple investment firms as selected by the Vanderbilt Retirement Plan Oversight Committee. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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Target date funds continue to offer easy retirement investment option
Target date funds are designed to include a mix of assets, such as stocks and bonds, appropriate for your life stage. They are professionally managed to become more conservative over time as you near retirement age. Read MoreFeb 13, 2015
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Retirement plan fund selection window is open
Active employees can now choose the funds their contributions will be directed to beginning in April when Vanderbilt transitions to its new retirement plan structure. Read MoreJan 30, 2015
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Retirement transition workshops begin next week; webinars also available
Fidelity will hold onsite and online workshops covering the details of Vanderbilt’s new retirement plan structure and the transition process for current employees beginning Monday, Feb. 2. Read MoreJan 27, 2015
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Self-directed brokerage account info now on retirement transition website
Vanderbilt’s new 403(b) retirement plan structure that will take effect in April includes three investment tiers that you can choose from, including a self-directed brokerage account. Read MoreJan 15, 2015
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IRS announces 2015 retirement plan contribution limits
The IRS has announced limits for retirement plan contributions for the 2015 calendar year. Read MoreDec 2, 2014
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Medicare, Social Security focus of educational sessions
Human Resources will host two free presentations Aug. 19 and 20 to help employees plan for their transition to retirement. Read MoreJul 31, 2014
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Free retirement investment workshop geared toward women June 24
Attend a free retirement workshop June 24 geared toward women who are 10 to 15 years away from retirement. Read MoreJun 13, 2014
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Free retirement income planning seminar April 29
Saving for retirement is different than living in retirement. That’s why Human Resources and Fidelity Investments are offering “The Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning,” a special seminar for Vanderbilt employees. Read MoreApr 10, 2014
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HR offers two retirement investment workshops April 15
Vanderbilt Human Resources is partnering with Vanguard to offer two free retirement investing workshops for employees on Tuesday, April 15. Read MoreMar 27, 2014
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IRS announces 2014 retirement plan contribution limits
Each year, the Internal Revenue Service adjusts the limits for retirement plan contributions to reflect price and wage inflation. Read MoreDec 5, 2013
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UPDATE: New times for Social Security, Medicare retirement sessions
(iStockphoto) As part of an ongoing series designed to help all employees prepare for retirement, Human Resources will sponsor two free education sessions Aug. 27-28. During the sessions, experts on Social Security and Medicare will discuss eligibility, enrollment and benefits. The sessions are designed for employees aged 62 and… Read MoreAug 14, 2013
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Free retirement counseling available to employees
Vanderbilt employees who participate in the retirement plan are eligible for free retirement counseling. Read MoreJan 15, 2013