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.
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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Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
What Is an Annuity?
Annuities are versatile tools that can help you save for retirement and generate income in retirement.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
Lesser Known Provisions of the SECURE Act
Learn about clauses in the SECURE Act that affect 401Ks, students, and families.
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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.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
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Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
Preparing For the Ultimate Vacation
Make your retirement as exciting as your next vacation.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
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.