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.

Featured Video

Should You Ever Retire?

A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes

What's your vision of retirement?

Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.

• Articles

  Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security

  When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?

  Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent

  It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.

  Women and Wealth: A Pivot Towards Retirement

  Tips and strategies for women approaching retirement to ensure a smooth transition.

  Women on the Rise

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

  Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

  Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.

  Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions

  Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).

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• Calculators

  Estimate Your RMD

  Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

  Emergency Fund Calculator

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

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

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

  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.

  Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

  Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

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• Videos

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

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

  Rightsizing for Retirement

  What does your home really cost?

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

  The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

  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?

  Working With A Financial Professional

  A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.

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