The below content was emailed to IPERS members on September 18, 2025.
Did you Know with the CEO
IPERS CEO Greg Samorajski answers frequently asked questions and shares information to help Iowans understand the state's largest public retirement system on the new "Did You Know with the CEO" page on IPERS' website. The page also links to an opinion piece published in several Iowa newspapers in early September. It highlights how IPERS supports Iowa's public workforce.
Update your contact information in My Account
My Account is your retirement toolkit and the place to ensure that IPERS has your most up-to-date contact information. When you log in to My Account you can update your mailing address, email address or phone number. IPERS recommends that you provide personal contact information in My Account, so you remain connected to IPERS even if you switch jobs or after you retire. Learn more about My Account on IPERS' website.
Is your beneficiary information current?
Your journey to retirement may include circumstances that motivate you to change the beneficiary(ies) entitled to retirement benefits upon your death. You can update your beneficiary designation - including the beneficiary's contact information - anytime in My Account. IPERS recommends checking your beneficiary designation routinely to make sure that IPERS can contact your beneficiary(ies) at your death. Keeping your beneficiary's information current helps IPERS pay death benefits accurately and promptly.
2025 retirees should apply for retirement soon
If you plan to retire before 2026, IPERS encourages you to submit your Application for IPERS Monthly Retirement Benefits soon. IPERS prefers at least 60 days to process your application and work with you to correct any errors it may include. Members nearing retirement are encouraged to attend an IPERS education session to learn more about the retirement application process. Details about upcoming sessions are included in this newsletter. IPERS' Applying for Retirement page also includes more information.
Education sessions for retirement planning
Before the end of the year IPERS is offering several opportunities to learn more about retirement planning and benefits. Click on a date below to register for a webinar.
- Ready, Set, Retire webinar (For state agency employees within five years of retirement).
- Creating a Secure Retirement webinar (For ALL IPERS members within five years of retirement).
IPERS video library
Whether you're planning for retirement, or are new to public employment, our short videos simply explain what you need to know about your IPERS benefits. Find the full video library on IPERS' website.