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.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
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What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
5 Benefits of Working in Retirement
Here are 5 reasons why you may consider working through retirement.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement
A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.
Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard
An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence
This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses
Retirement choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.
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Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
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.
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Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
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