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.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?
Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement
A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.
Preserving the Value of Your Retirement Plan
Learn how to combat economic uncertainty, market volatility, and rising costs when shaping your retirement plan.
Planning for the Three Stages of Retirement
Did you know there are three stages to retirement? You should plan for certain changes in lifestyle and spending patterns.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
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How Much Do I Need To Retire?
How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
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Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?