Can I open a supplemental account with TIAA-CREF or VALIC Financial Advisors if I have PERSI as my regular retirement?
A. Yes. All employees are eligible to enroll in a 403(b) account or 457(b) with TIAA-CREF, VALIC Financial Advisors, or any other carrier that offers a supplemental plan at BSU, even if you have your mandatory retirement plan with PERSI. These are pre-tax deductions that are taken out of every paycheck.