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.
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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Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
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.
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
FIRE Retirement
This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
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Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
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Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream 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.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
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.
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.
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