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.
What Money to Take First?
When you retire, deciding which money to use first can be critical to your long-term financial outlook.
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Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
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.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
Buying a Vacation Home? 5 Questions to Consider First
You may be considering purchasing a vacation property, this can be an exciting milestone, but there are a few things to consider first.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
Year-End Moves to Help You Prepare for Retirement
Smart end-of-year moves to protect your wealth and help you get prepared for a confident retirement.
A Meal for All Generations
When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
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Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at 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.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
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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.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
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