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.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Why Do Renters Have to Save More?
How much more would retirement cost if you owned your home rather than rented? It could actually be several times less.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
AI Tools Changing Retiree Entrepreneurship
The impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can have on retirees with a consulting or small business venture.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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.
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.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
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.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.