Retirement
Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, and 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.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
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RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
18 Years’ Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
What's New for Social Security?
There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.
Choosing a Retirement Plan that Fits Your Business
To choose a plan, it’s important to ask yourself four key questions.
Inflation - Back to the Future
Even low inflation rates over an extended period of time can impact your finances in retirement.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio
Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.
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My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
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An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
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.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Don't Buy The Hype
There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.