Log into your account at tiaa.org. Select the MY ACCOUNT menu, then select Manage investments.
Besides, how do I find my TIAA-CREF account number?
Your contract number is either your TIAA number, your CREF number or your TIAA Mutual Fund Account number. These can be found in two places: your enrollment or mutual fund account confirmation documents or your quarterly statements.
One may also ask, when can I take money out of my TIAA-CREF account?
You can withdraw money from those accounts tax free as long as you take the money at least 5 years after January 1 of the year in which you first contributed to that plan, and you are either age 59 ½ or older, or considered disabled.
Can I move my money out of TIAA-CREF?
You can move funds out of TIAA Traditional through transfers or cash withdrawals in 10 annual installments. 1 When you do this: W You must use your entire balance in your TIAA contract, which may include both TIAA Traditional and the TIAA Real Estate Account.
Is TIAA-CREF a good retirement plan?
“Yet TIAA–CREF participants fare no better in retirement income than 401(k)-type plan participants with other financial services industry companies such as ING, Vanguard, and Valic. … That in turn means that they fare much worse than employees with traditional defined benefit pension plans.”
What happens to my TIAA-CREF when I die?
If your primary beneficiary is also deceased at your death, the benefits will instead be paid to his or her children. Your contingent beneficiaries would receive benefits only if your primary beneficiary and his or her children have also died.
Is TIAA-CREF an IRA or 401k?
In summary, the TIAA–CREF model is focused as a lifetime retirement income plan not as a simple accumulation vehicle. TIAA–CREF participants have access to account options that 401(k) participants generally do not.
How do I contact TIAA?
Call 800-842-2252 to talk about retirement.
Is TIAA Traditional safe?
TIAA Traditional is the foundation of a complete retirement savings strategy that can work like a personal pension plan. Complemented by Social Security, investments and other long-term assets, TIAA Traditional offers safety, stability and a guaranteed paycheck through retirement.
How much can I contribute to my TIAA CREF account?
Can I transfer my TIAA CREF to an IRA?
If you already have a TIAA–CREF Mutual Fund IRA with us, complete the Transfer/Rollover Form (PDF) for Mutual Fund IRAs.
Is TIAA annuity a good deal?
TIAA Traditional can be a great tool. In a period like now where a 10-year US treasury bond pays well under 2%, the return on the TIAA Traditional annuity with a 10-year lockup can sound very attractive, particularly to someone who wants that kind of safety and doesn’t need the liquidity.
What is the current interest rate on TIAA Traditional?
The minimum guaranteed
| Accumulating Stage Interest Crediting Rates As of 6/01/2021 | |
|---|---|
| Contributions Applied | From 03/01/21 to 02/28/22 |
| 01/01/20 – 03/31/20 | 3.75% |
| 01/01/19 – 12/31/19 | 3.65% |
How long does it take to get money from a retirement account?
Depending on who administers your 401(k) account (typically a brokerage, bank or other financial institution), it can take between 3 and 10 business days to receive a check after cashing out your 401(k).