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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A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

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.

Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

• Articles

  Important Birthdays Over 50

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

  Your 4% Withdrawal Strategy May Not Be Enough

  Get the Tax Guidance You Need to Help Live the Retirement You Desire

  Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?

  Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?

  Adapting Your Money Habits for a Confident Retirement

  Learn five simple strategies that can help you adjust your financial habits for a more confident, fulfilling retirement.

  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.

  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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• Calculators

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

  Annuity Comparison

  Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

  Emergency Fund Calculator

  Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

  IRA Income

  Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

  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.

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• Videos

  Timing Your Retirement

  This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

  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.

  RE: Retirement

  How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

  A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

  Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

  Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.

  The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

  Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

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