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Gavin Newsom wants to use pension and road funds to fight climate change. How will that work?

Headline: Gavin Newsom wants to use pension and road funds to fight climate change. How will that work?
Publication: The Sacramento Bee
Article Date: November 29, 2019

“Newsom’s order directs the state’s Transportation Agency, pension funds and the department that manages government contracts to reconsider how they spend the public’s money with an eye toward investing in projects that could help Californians prepare for climate change.” Read Article…

Pension Lump Sum or Annuity? How to Decide

Headline: Pension Lump Sum or Annuity? How to Decide
Publication: Nerd Wallet
Article Date: June 19, 2019

“The answer to the question, “Should I take a lump sum or an annuity from my pension?” might be: Yes. Sometimes it’s best to take the lump sum and use it to buy your own annuity, which is a stream of monthly payments that typically lasts for your life and often the life of your spouse. Other times, you would be fine accepting the annuity your employer provides. Investing the lump sum on your own often is the riskiest option and may not be a good fit for many retirees.” Read Article…

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