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.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard
An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.
Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
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My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
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.
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.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
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.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?