Retirement | Lowcountry Financial Group

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.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.

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Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

Healthcare Costs in Retirement

Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

Tax and Investment Strategies: A Retirement Savings Roadmap

These six strategies can help drive the implementation of a robust, comprehensive retirement plan.

First Year of Retirement: What to Expect

Understand the key financial and lifestyle shifts that happen in your first year of retirement.

Ways to Manage Your Money and Taxes in Retirement

Careful planning and tax-efficient drawdown strategies can help you enjoy the lifestyle you've dreamed of in retirement.

Find That Lost Retirement Account

With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts, you may be surprised to learn of your unclaimed “found” money.

Retirement & Rising Costs: Managing Inflation Risk

Inflation affects every retiree. Discover smart ways to manage rising costs and keep your retirement plan on track.

8 Financial Milestone Birthdays

Get ready to celebrate your financial birthdays in this informative infographic.

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IRA Income

Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

Annuity Comparison

Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

How Much Do I Need To Retire?

How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

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Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?