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?
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The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
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.
Traditional vs. Roth IRA
One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure
Retirement is one of the greatest adventures you’ll have. Which retirement adventure will you choose?
Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes
What's your vision of retirement?
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Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
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.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.