I just contacted my Colorado state representatives to ask them to consider running a couple of bills in the upcoming session of the legislature (beginning in January). Both bills regard provisions of Colorado PERA, and both would benefit PERA members without costing the state or PERA employers anything, nor would they impact PERA's funded status. … Continue reading Two Colorado PERA Bill Proposals: An Open Letter to My State Representatives
PERACare vs. ACA Marketplace: 2024 Edition
I've written previously about health insurance in retirement for members of Colorado PERA. As we are now in open enrollment for 2024, I thought I would update with current numbers as well as with a philosophical question. But first, a little background. PERACare is health insurance that PERA retirees can get through PERA. It is … Continue reading PERACare vs. ACA Marketplace: 2024 Edition
Coloradans Should Buy An EV: Part 2
I posted a while back suggesting that many Coloradans should consider purchasing an EV if they are in the market for a new vehicle. I thought I should do a follow-up post because Colorado has now approved a new rule requiring 82% of all new cars sold in 2032 have to be EV, full EV … Continue reading Coloradans Should Buy An EV: Part 2
Can I Interest You in a Combination Can Opener/Wi-Fi Hotspot?
Have I got a deal for you! What if you could own a combination electric can opener/wi-fi hotspot? You can use it to open cans, of course, but in an emergency you could also use it as a wi-fi hotspot. Why settle for just an electric can opener or just a wi-fi hotspot when you … Continue reading Can I Interest You in a Combination Can Opener/Wi-Fi Hotspot?
Updated College Invest First Step and Matching Grant Program Information
Two days ago I wrote about the College Invest Matching Grant Program, which also referenced an earlier post about the First Step Program. As a result of some questions I was asked by readers (thanks!), I dug a little deeper into the terms and conditions and then also called College Invest to confirm some important … Continue reading Updated College Invest First Step and Matching Grant Program Information
Colorado College Invest 529 Matching Grant Program
Read this for updated Info as of 10/6/23 I've written previously about the College Invest First Step Program, which can give you up to $2,600 ($100 bonus plus up to $2,500 in matching contributions) in your 529 program (per child) between birth and age five. If your child(ren) is over age five (and under age … Continue reading Colorado College Invest 529 Matching Grant Program
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