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.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
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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.
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.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
5 Unexpected Costs That Can Disrupt Retirement
Don’t let the unexpected derail your retirement. Discover five common surprise costs and how to plan ahead with confidence.
Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
Understanding the SECURE Act 2.0
A timeline covering a few of the major provisions of the SECURE Act 2.0.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Introducing the 530A Accounts
An article explaining 530A Accounts.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
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Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
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.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
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.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.