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New York State and Local Retirement System

Preparing For Retirement

These video clips will help you better understand your benefits in the Retirement System.

Please note: You will need RealPlayer 8 or 9 to view them. Read the instructions below for viewing video for more information on RealPlayer. For your convenience, we have also provided versions of the video in text and slideshow formats.

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Part One: Information is the Key

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Part Two: Service Credit & Loans

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Part Two Part Two
Part Three: Request an Estimate

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Part Three Part Three
Part Four: Plan Outside the Box

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Part Four Part Four
Part Five: Divorce and Your Pension

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Part Five Part Five
Part Six: Filing Your Retirement Application

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Part Six Part Six
Part Seven: Choosing Your Retirement Option

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Part Seven Part Seven
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Video/Audio Instructions

To view the videos, you will need a computer with at least 64MB of free memory, speakers, a sound card, as well as a copy of the current RealOne FREE RealPlayer, available from Real Networks. If you have an earlier version of Real Player, you can also download the upgrade for free from this site. However, if you choose to upgrade your player, you should do so before viewing these clips.