Retirement

Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, and 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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Retiring the 4% Rule

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

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Investment Strategies for Retirement

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

Preparing For the Ultimate Vacation

Make your retirement as exciting as your next vacation.

5 Benefits of Working in Retirement

Here are 5 reason why you may consider working through retirement.

Don't Buy The Hype

There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.

• Articles

  Traditional vs. Roth IRA

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

  Helpful Retirement Strategies for Women

  Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.

  9 Facts About Retirement

  Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

  Retirement Traps to Avoid

  Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.

  Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive

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

  Women and Financial Strategies

  Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.

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• Calculators

  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.

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  Annuity Comparison

  This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.

  Potential Income from an IRA

  Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

  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

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

  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.

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

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

  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?

  Understanding the SECURE Act

  Explaining the SECURE Act and how the changes affect your retirement strategy.

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