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.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
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Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
What Is a Roth 401(k)?
Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they'll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.
How Women Can Prepare For Retirement
Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes
What's your vision of retirement?
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
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Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
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?
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
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