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skip to content TRA is still fully operational. We’ve made minor changes to safeguard public health. Learn more Close MENU Account Login 651-296-2409 800-657-3669 Call us 651-296-2409 or 800-657-3669 Members How Do I: Generate an estimate Change address or name Report a death Designate a beneficiary View annual statement Counseling services Pension basics Leaves of absence Refunds Power of attorney Pensions & divorce Benefits Annuity plans Pre-retirement survivor benefits Disability Combined service annuity Early retirement New members Early career Mid-career Nearing retirement Minnesota State Forms Retirees How do I Change address Change/name beneficiary Report a death Change name Print 1099 Print income verification Manage direct deposit New retirees Direct deposit dates COLAs Taxes Returning to work Pensions & divorce Power of attorney Retiree counseling Forms Employers MyTRA Employer login Eligibility Payroll reporting Contribution rates Reporting leaves Your contact info Forms/publications GASB Employer help Annuity Plans Videos Resources Pension legislation Forms Publications Studies, Fact Sheets External links Financial 2018 pension law Annual Reports Investments GASB News About Board of Trustees Internal Audit Executive Team Mission and History Data Privacy Policy Terms of use Contact TRA offices Requests for proposal Public data requests Media inquiries Job opportunities TRA is still fully operational. We’ve made minor changes to safeguard public health. Learn more Close MENU Account Login BOARD POSITION OPEN TRA Board of Trustees seeks to fill interim vacancy THINKING OF RETIRING? Register for a virtual summer group workshop! MEETING ONE-ON-ONE Individual retirement counseling available via WebEx STEADY AS WE GO Managing pension investments in volatile times PART-TIME TEACHING Want to downshift? How to participate in the program < > TRA is the defined-benefit pension plan for Minnesota educators. We’ve got you covered for life. Early Career The early career teacher When you’re in your 20s and early 30s, retirement might seem far off. But it’s never too early to work toward your long-term financial goals. Mid-Career The Mid-Career Professional With years of experience now behind you, here’s what you need to know in your 30s and 40s about your TRA benefits and retirement planning. Nearing Retirement Nearing Retirement After age 55 is a great time to meet with us to review your benefit estimate, learn more about TRA, and decide on your retirement timetable. Retired The retired Educator Now that you’ve graduated to a new life stage, learn about cost-of-living increases, taxes, and more as you pursue your retirement dreams. All about early retirement You might be considering retiring early. If you do, your benefit must be reduced because you will be receiving it for a longer period of time. “Early retirement” is any age earlier than 66, and the younger you retire before age 66, the higher the reduction—similar to Social Security. Learn more about early retirement NEWS FROM TRA Power of attorney facts A power of attorney is your written authorization appointing someone to handle your property or financial matters if you become unable to manage your own finances. TRA will accept valid powers of… TRIB newsletters Read all about the latest news concerning your pension plan in the TRIB newsletter. The TRA Information Bulletin (“TRIB”) is published three times a year—October, January, June—and is the official newsletter of… Secure your account The most important thing you can do to secure your private data with TRA is to set up a MyTRA online account with a strong, unique password. TRA now offers an optional… View All News Register for a MyTRA account! Access your personal information, run benefit estimates, make appointments, and more. If you are an employer contact and do not yet have an employer login, call TRA employer assistance 1-800-657-3853 . Already registered? Click the sign-in button below. Sign in to MyTRA Register a new account “To me, it's all about the retirement security of TRA members and preserving the pension plan for our retirees, our hard-working educators, our young teachers and those who join Minnesota's education workforce in the future." — Jay Stoffel, TRA Executive Director "Go to a TRA office and learn your options. This brings clarity to your financial profile." — Robert Strandquist, TRA retiree < > TEACHERS RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION of MINNESOTA 60 Empire Drive, Suite 400 St. Paul, MN 55103 INFO@MINNESOTATRA.ORG MONDAY – FRIDAY 7:30AM – 4:30PM PHONE: 651.296.2409 800.657.3669 651.297.5999 (FAX) SATELLITE OFFICES Detroit Lakes Duluth Mankato St. Cloud © TRA. All Rights Reserved. Terms Of Use | Privacy Policy...