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.

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Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

Retiring Earlier Than Expected? What To Know

Retiring earlier than expected can be disheartening. Learn steps that can help you smoothe the road ahead.

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

• Articles

  Find That Lost Retirement Account

  With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts, you may be surprised to learn of your unclaimed “found” money.

  Caring for Aging Parents

  As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.

  Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

  Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.

  FIRE Retirement

  This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.

  Orchestrating Your Retirement Accounts

  Getting the instruments of your retirement to work in concert may go far in realizing the retirement you imagine.

  Social Security: Maximizing Benefits

  There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.

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• Calculators

  IRA Income

  Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

  Emergency Fund Calculator

  Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

  Inflation & Retirement

  See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

  Estimate Your RMD

  Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

  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.

  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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• Videos

  The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

  Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

  Retirement and Quality of Life

  Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

  How to Retire Early

  Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.

  A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

  A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

  Social Security: By the Numbers

  Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

  For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

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