Classes

Retirement Planning

3:30 - 5:00 pm
2024-Ed Seminar-Tuesday, April 16
Location: Heritage A
Speaker: Steve Hostetter

As professional firefighters, we have an amazing defined-benefit pension and the ability to retire in our mid-50s, but our income and expenses change immediately and dramatically the day we retire.  At what point can we retire comfortably?  How do we pay for health care?  What factors should we consider regarding survivor options, purchasing service credits, and taxes?   Today we’ll discuss these issues and how to move through the process of making these decisions from the perspective of someone who’s done it.  We’ll also talk about some strategies to maximize your pension and get you there faster.

Retirement Equation Presentation

About the Speaker

Steve Hostetter

Hostetter grew up in Bremerton Washington.  After graduating from the University of Puget Sound and a short stint in the business world, he joined Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue, retiring as a Battalion Chief in 2017.  He served as 2nd vice president for local 2819, has been on multiple negotiations teams, and supported the...

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