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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Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

When Should You Take Social Security

When Should You Take Social Security

Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

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Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.

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The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.

Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

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Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.

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Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

Your Social Security Roadmap

Help clients navigate their Social Security claiming decisions with our interactive roadmap.

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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.

Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

Emergency Fund Calculator

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

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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Perception vs. Reality

There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

Timing Your Retirement

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

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.

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