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.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
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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?
Orchestrating Your Retirement Accounts
Getting the instruments of your retirement to work in concert may go far in realizing the retirement you imagine.
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.
Why Medicare Should Be Part of Your Retirement Strategy
How Medicare can address health care needs in your retirement strategy.
8 Financial Milestone Birthdays
Get ready to celebrate your financial birthdays in this informative infographic.
How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs
Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Conquering Retirement Challenges for Women
Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.
Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure
Retirement is one of the greatest adventures you’ll have. Which retirement adventure will you choose?
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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.
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.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.