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MOST- Missouri’s 529 Education Plan

August 6, 2025 by Deidre Mings

šŸŽ“ Saving for Education with the MOST 529 Plan The MOST 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan designed to help you set aside money for future education expenses—tuition, room and board, textbooks, and more. Contributions grow tax-deferred, and qualified withdrawals are federally tax-free. Missouri residents may also benefit from a state tax deduction on contributions. šŸ‘¤ … [Read more...] about MOST- Missouri’s 529 Education Plan

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From Piggy Banks to College Plans

August 1, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Saving at Every Stage Saving doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With tools and programs designed for every age—from toddlers to working adults—there are more ways than ever to build financial security. 🐣 Start Young with ECCU Educational Community Credit Union (ECCU) offers fun, rewarding savings accounts that grow with your child: Stork Club (ages 0–5): A $5 bonus with … [Read more...] about From Piggy Banks to College Plans

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Credit Fee Waivers, EAP, ECCU, Educational Community Credit Union, employee wellness, fee waiver, Fee Waivers, financial wellness, Mercy, MOST, retirement, savings

Beneficiaries: Are yours updated?

June 4, 2025 by Deidre Mings

What Is a Beneficiary? A beneficiary is the person—or entity—you name to receive your financial assets after your death. These assets can include life insurance benefits, retirement accounts, bank and brokerage accounts, and more. Designating beneficiaries is essential to ensure your assets are passed on according to your wishes. It also allows your loved ones to avoid the … [Read more...] about Beneficiaries: Are yours updated?

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National Employee Benefits Day – April 2, 2025

April 2, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Supporting Employee Well-Being It’s been nearly 80 years since employee benefits programs were first introduced to the workplace. In 1935, the Federal Insurance Contributions Act was established to secure Social Security and medical care for employees. Then, in 1942, fringe benefits began to take shape. Today, top benefits include: Health, Life, Disability Insurance … [Read more...] about National Employee Benefits Day – April 2, 2025

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Organizational & Talent Development Tagged With: 403(b), 457(b), corebridge, Corebridge Financial, Credit union, CURP, ECCU, employee wellness, Fee Waivers, financial wellness, insurance, Mosers, MOST, retirement, TIAA, wellness

MOST: Missouri’s 529 Education Plan

March 31, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Saving for Education The MOST 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan for education expenses, including tuition, room and board, and textbooks. Contributions grow tax-deferred, and qualified withdrawals are federally tax-free. Missouri residents may also qualify for state tax deductions. Who Can Use a 529 Plan? Anyone! You can open a 529 plan for yourself, a spouse, … [Read more...] about MOST: Missouri’s 529 Education Plan

Filed Under: Employee Benefits Tagged With: 529, financial wellness, MOST, savings, wellness

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