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.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
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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.

Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right.

Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates why knowing when to retire can be a crucial part of your strategy.
5 Benefits of Working in Retirement
Here are 5 reason why you may consider working through retirement.
What Is a Roth 401(k)?
Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
FIRE Retirement
This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.
Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?
For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.
Navigating Retirement Pitfalls
Why are they made again and again? Making sense of these errors in judgement.
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Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
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.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
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Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video discusses issues related to your retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates why knowing when to retire can be a crucial part of your strategy.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
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