Why MissionSquare Retirement Is the Right Choice

Whether you are just starting to save for your retirement or deciding whether the MissionSquare Retirement plan available through your employer is the best option for you, MissionSquare Retirement offers a number of benefits. We're dedicated to helping public employees build retirement security, and all of our products and services are designed with the public employee in mind.

Here are a few factors that make MissionSquare Retirement stand out from other retirement savings alternatives:

• We are an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to serving public employees since 1972, with specialists in public employee retirement planning and education.
• MissionSquare Retirement offers a broad selection of investment opportunities. Participants have access to a variety of funds from familiar fund families.
• MissionSquare Retirement's fees are competitive, and all fees and expenses are fully disclosed. We also make available a Vantagepoint IRA.
• MissionSquare Retirement offers flexible payout options for retirees. Depending on the options made available by your employer in your plan, you will have several ways to receive payments while continuing to invest your remaining assets.
• You will have access to investment and education materials designed specifically for public employees. Our quarterly newsletter and other publications help keep you up to date.
• Managing your MissionSquare Retirement account is convenient, with online access to your account, an automated voice response system, and Plan Services associates who can help you make changes over the phone.
• Personalized service is available from our Plan Services team and representatives in your area. Our professionals can assist you with all aspects of your retirement plan, from enrolling to investing to retiring. MissionSquare Retirement also employs salaried CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^TM professionals who can help with your financial planning needs.
• Your assets are held separately from and not commingled with MissionSquare Retirement's corporate assets. This structure helps to protect your assets for your future.

Investors should carefully consider their own investment goals, risk tolerance and liquidity needs before making an investment decision. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of the amount invested. The Funds’ offering and disclosure documents include a complete summary of all fees, expenses, financial highlights, investment objectives and strategies, and risks, and should be carefully reviewed before investing. This information is available when you log in at www.missionsq.org/login, or upon request by calling (800) 669-7400.