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.

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Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

Retirement Plan Detectives

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

Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes

What's your vision of retirement?

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.

• Articles

  Catch-Up Contributions

  Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.

  Understanding the SECURE Act 2.0

  A timeline covering a few of the major provisions of the SECURE Act 2.0.

  SECURE Act 2.0: An Overview

  The second iteration of the SECURE Act brings forward several changes to the world of retirement.

  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.

  How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs

  Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.

  Tax and Investment Strategies: A Retirement Savings Roadmap

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

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• Calculators

  Inflation & Retirement

  Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.

  Self-Employed Retirement Plans

  Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

  This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.

  Potential Income from an IRA

  Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

  My Retirement Savings

  Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.

  Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

  This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

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• Videos

  How to Retire Early

  Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.

  Rightsizing for Retirement

  What does your home really cost?

  Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

  Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.

  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.

  Timing Your Retirement

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

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

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