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.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio
Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence
This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
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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.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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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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.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?