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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The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

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Investment Strategies for Retirement

Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

Perception vs. Reality

There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

SECURE Act 2.0: An Overview

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

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video discusses issues related to your retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

• Articles

  The Cost of Procrastination

  Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

  Traditional vs. Roth IRA

  One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.

  When Should You Take Social Security

  Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.

  Healthcare Costs in Retirement

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

  Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence

  This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.

  Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive

  Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.

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• Calculators

  Potential Income from an IRA

  Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

  Saving for Retirement

  This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.

  My Retirement Savings

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

  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.

  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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• Presentations

  Investment Strategies for Retirement

  Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

  An Inside Look at Retirement Living

  A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.

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• Videos

  Retiring the 4% Rule

  A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

  Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.

  Retirement Plan Detectives

  A couple become Retirement Plan Detectives, searching records from old employers.

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

  Retiring in a Post-Pandemic World

  Imagine your ideal post-pandemic retirement with this animated video.

  A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

  Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

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