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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Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

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

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence

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

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

• Articles

  What's So Great About a Rollover?

  Making a career move requires tough decisions, not the least of which is what to do with the funds in your retirement plan.

  Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence

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

  Important Birthdays Over 50

  Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.

  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.

  Why Medicare Should Be Part of Your Retirement Strategy

  How Medicare can address health care needs in your retirement strategy.

  Why Do Renters Have to Save More?

  How much more would retirement cost if you owned your home rather than rented? It could actually be several times less.

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• Calculators

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

  Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

  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

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  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.

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

  See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

  Simple 401k

  See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

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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.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

  How to Bake a Pie-R-A

  Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

  Working With A Financial Professional

  A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.

  18 Years Worth of Days

  The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?

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