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.
Working With A Financial Professional
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18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard
An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Helpful Retirement Strategies for Women
Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).
Caring for Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
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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.
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.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
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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.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.