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.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
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Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
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.
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?
Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.
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My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
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
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.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
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?
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
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