Retirement
Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, personal savings and investments are expected to play a role. Once you have estimated the amount of money you may need for retirement, a sound approach involves taking a close look at your potential retirement-income sources.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
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Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.
Should You Ever Retire?
A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.
5 Benefits of Working in Retirement
Here are 5 reasons why you may consider working through retirement.
Traditional vs. Roth IRA
One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.
SECURE Act 2.0: An Overview
The second iteration of the SECURE Act brings forward several changes to the world of retirement.
Retirement Is a Beginning
Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.
Navigating Retirement Pitfalls
Why are they made again and again? Making sense of these errors in judgment.
Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure
Retirement is one of the greatest adventures you’ll have. Which retirement adventure will you choose?
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What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?