Understanding the Specialized Language of Retirement Plans

Authors

Emily G. Brown JD, University of Massachusetts BostonFollow
Jeanne Medeiros JD, University of Massachusetts BostonFollow

Document Type

Fact Sheet

Publication Date

Fall 11-6-2014

Abstract

Whether you are a participant in a defined benefit plan or a defined contribution plan, the realm of pension benefits can be tricky and confusing to navigate. Some of the terminology used might be unfamiliar to the average person. This glossary of common terms associated with retirement plans is meant to serve as a helpful resource for plan participants.

Community Engaged/Serving

Part of the UMass Boston Community-Engaged Teaching, Research, and Service Series. http://scholarworks.umb.edu/engage

Recommended Citation

Brown, Emily G. JD and Medeiros, Jeanne JD, "Understanding the Specialized Language of Retirement Plans" (2014). Pension Action Center Publications. 10.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/pensionaction_pubs/10