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.
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.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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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.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
The Pre-Retirement Checklist
This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.
Social Security: Two Benefit Strategies Eliminated
Here are several important changes to Social Security that may impact how and when you can begin taking income benefits.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful for jumpstarting a conversation about retirement spending, spending habits, and potential medical costs.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
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My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
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).
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
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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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Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Preparing For the Ultimate Vacation
Make your retirement as exciting as your next vacation.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.