Retirement Planning for AT&T Employees

Our Farther Focus Team works specifically with AT&T employees to help you understand your retirement benefits, build a comprehensive financial plan as you near retirement, and bring clarity to your financial life.

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Three costly AT&T retirement myths

Don’t let these misconceptions cost you hundreds of thousands—or more.

  • Myth 1: "There’s no real advantage to retiring sooner vs. later when it comes to my lump sum."+

    Truth: That assumption can be expensive. AT&T pension lump sums are impacted by interest rates and timing, and even small changes can swing your payout by tens—or even hundreds—of thousands of dollars depending on when you retire.

  • Myth 2: "I’ll figure out my pension and taxes when I retire."+

    Truth: That delay can be costly. AT&T employees who plan their pension elections, 401(k) withdrawals, and tax strategies well in advance have more flexibility and can avoid expensive mistakes.

  • Myth 3: “My 401(k) is set it and forget it.”+

    Truth: That approach can limit your outcome. AT&T's 401(k) plan offers multiple fund options and withdrawal strategies—without rebalancing and coordinating your portfolio with your pension, you could be taking on unnecessary risk or missing opportunities to diversify your retirement income.

How we help AT&T employees

For many AT&T employees, we understand there can be a gap between the information that AT&T HR provides and the information you need to fully comprehend the sum of the pieces of your benefits. We're here to close that gap. And the purpose of our Farther Focus Team doesn't stop at simply building a financial plan around your career at AT&T. We're your guide on each step of the journey. We go above and beyond to walk you through all the paperwork involved in retiring—healthcare, 401(k), and Social Security, just to name a few—so you can feel confident that no stone has been left unturned.

A comprehensive plan

We build financial plans for AT&T employees, providing clarity on when you can retire.

The AT&T pensions

Should you take the lump sum or annuity? We have strategies specific to the AT&T pension that guide you to the best option for your situation.

AT&T retiree medical plans

We help you understand the different coverage options, ensuring you're maximizing the benefits for your entire family.

Your financial advisor & retirement guide

We do more than develop your financial plan. We're beside you each step of the way and for every piece of retirement paperwork, including 401(k), Medicare, and Social Security.

Financial Planning Complexities for AT&T Employees

For many AT&T employees, there’s a gap between the information HR or plan providers give you and what you need to fully understand the sum of your benefits. Your pension, 401(k), retiree medical, and retirement timing decisions are interconnected—interest rates, plan type, and withdrawal strategies can all dramatically affect your outcomes.

We're here to close the gap

  • How do you coordinate my entire financial life — from taxes and estate planning to my complex investments — in one place?+

    Farther acts as your wealth’s central hub. Our unified platform brings all your accounts together, while your dedicated advisor orchestrates your investment, tax, and estate strategies. The result is a seamless, proactive, and fully coordinated approach to managing every part of your financial life.

  • How do I know my information and my wealth are safe on Farther’s platform?+

    Farther’s platform uses advanced encryption, continuous monitoring, and a proprietary vault architecture engineered for maximum data integrity. Backed by leading global tech investors like Alphabet’s CapitalG, our systems are designed and vetted to keep your wealth safe.

  • How does your proprietary technology enhance, rather than replace, human investment expertise?+

    Our technology amplifies — not replaces — human expertise. The platform manages daily precision tasks, freeing your advisor to focus on strategy and nuance. This blend of advanced automation and human insight ensures your wealth benefits from both innovation and personal guidance.

  • As a fiduciary, how are your investment incentives legally aligned with my personal success?+

    Farther advisors act in your best interest and are fiduciaries. We’ve eliminated commissions to remove conflicts and use a simple, transparent fee structure. Our growth depends directly on your success—we thrive only when your wealth does.

  • What is the first step, and what should I expect during my complimentary consultation?+

    We’ll start with a 20-minute discovery call. It’s a low-pressure talk to see if our expertise matches your goals. We’ll discuss your story, identify gaps, and determine if we’re the right fit. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of our process and no obligation to move forward. Our goal is to ensure you feel confident in your next financial steps.

Common questions about AT&T retirement benefits

  • What's the difference between the lump sum and annuity payout options for the AT&T pension? What's the best option for me?
  • Which version of the AT&T pension do I have? Examples include: West Program of the AT&T PBP, AT&T Legacy Management Program, and Non-Bargained Program of the AT&T PBP
  • How do interest rates & timing affect my lump-sum payout?
  • How does AT&T retiree medical work? What type of cost subsidy and coverage options will I have?
  • What is the Modified Rule of 75 (often referred to as Mod75)? How does retirement timing work?
  • Should I take the pension in a lump sum or an annuity?
  • How do I make the most of my AT&T 401(k) plan?

Case studies

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Your retirement, our team’s singular focus.

Farther is built on the foundation of great people paired with exceptional technology. Our Farther Focus Team is dedicated to providing holistic wealth management and fiduciary guidance specifically for employees of AT&T, helping you navigate pensions, 401(k)s, retiree medical, and other benefits with confidence as you approach retirement.

Michael Lee

Michael Lee

Principal, Wealth Advisor & Focus Team Lead

San Francisco, CA

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Jordan Soclof

Jordan Soclof

Managing Director, Wealth Advisor

New York, NY

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Raymond Gin

Raymond Gin

Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor

San Francisco, CA

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Yuliya Brown, CFP®

Yuliya Brown, CFP®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor

San Diego, CA

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James Bauman, CFP®

James Bauman, CFP®

Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Spokane, WA

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Erik J. Larsen

Erik J. Larsen

Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Phoenix, AZ

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Manav Bhatia

Manav Bhatia

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Miami, FL

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Scott Brockman

Scott Brockman

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Natick, MA

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Mike Whitmore

Mike Whitmore

Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Denver, CO

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Jared Rand

Jared Rand

Managing Director, Wealth Advisor

Topeka, KS

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Anthony M. Thomas

Anthony M. Thomas

Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor

San Diego, CA

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Jay Chang

Jay Chang

Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Tempe, AZ

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Tom Hanna, CFA

Tom Hanna, CFA

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Los Angeles, CA

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Christian Pierce, AWMA®

Christian Pierce, AWMA®

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

New York

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Zac Etoch

Zac Etoch

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Dallas, TX

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Merissa Benitez Jackson

Merissa Benitez Jackson

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Edmonds, WA

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Carrie Ma, CFP®, TPCP®

Carrie Ma, CFP®, TPCP®

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

New York, NY

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Hunter Shaughnessy

Hunter Shaughnessy

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Boston, MA

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Andrew Karasyk

Andrew Karasyk

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

New York, NY

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Samuel Lingo

Samuel Lingo

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Evansville, IN

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Joshua Becker

Joshua Becker

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Oakland, CA

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Yury Dzhishkariani

Yury Dzhishkariani

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Tigard, OR

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David M. Eldridge, CRPC®

David M. Eldridge, CRPC®

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Phoenix, AZ

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Bryan Sitzer, CPA

Bryan Sitzer, CPA

Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Toms River, NJ

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Kaden Walsh, CFP®

Kaden Walsh, CFP®

Associate Vice President, Wealth Advisor

Topeka, KS

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My financial advisor was knowledgeable, professional, and provided excellent customer service. He…

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Michael is easy to talk to, open and honest. He explains situations and options in layman's terms.…

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He gives personal attention. Answers questions and provides resources on a variety of topics.

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Just how he helps, how he's knowledgeable on things, how he has educated me

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We have recommended him to our friends and family for financial assistance in investments and…

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He took into account where I was in my career and made appropriate adjustments in my portfolio upon…

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Over the years, Michael has been readily accessible, provides straight forward information and…

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Michael has helped Taylor my finances to help me survive and Retirement

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Cannot remember a lot but I turned my financial portfolio over to him to manage and I am very…

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