Some people lose track of their pension plan from an old job. A company might merge with or be bought by another company and change its name, move to a new location in a different city or go out of business. When this happens, your pension is not necessarily lost, but it might take a little research to find it.

Here's how to track down a pension from a former employer:

• Contact your former employer.
• Consider financial and insurance companies.
• Search at the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (WEBSITE LINK BELOW)
• Collect the paperwork.
• Look into spousal payments.
• Make sure you are vested.

PBGC - Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (CLICK HERE)